FULTON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
Northview High School
10625 Parsons Road
Johns Creek, GA 30097
770-497-3828
FAX 770-497-3844
CEEB/School Code: 111148
www.northviewhigh.com
Home of the “Titans”
COURSE CATALOG
2010 – 2011
Our mission is to instill excellence
in academics, arts, and athletics.
All information is current as of 12/11/09
FULTON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
CAREER TECHNOLOGY
Courses
Language Arts
Language Arts Core
World Lit and Selective
OR AP English Literature
OR College English
Mathematics
Algebra I or equivalent
Selectives
Credits
4
3
1
3
1 or 2
2 or 1
Science
Biology
Physical Science OR
Principle of Technology
Selective
1
3
1
1
CLASS OF 2011
COLLEGE PREPARATORY
Courses
Language Arts
Language Arts Core
World Lit and Selective
OR AP English Literature
OR College English
Career Technology
Career Technology Core
Selective
3
1
1
1
1
1
Science
Biology
Physical Science
Selective
1
1
1
OR
4
3
1
1
1
0.5
0.5
Electives
1
3
TOTAL:
22
Credits
4
3
1
Mathematics
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Selective (above Algebra II)
1
1
1
1
Science
Biology
Physical Science
Selective
1
1
1
OR
4
3
1
1
1
Social Studies
American Government/Civics 0.5
World History
1
U.S. History
1
Economics
0.5
3
Social Studies
American Government/Civics 0.5
World History
1
U.S. History
1
Economics
0.5
3
World Language
2
World Language
2
4
1
DUAL DIPLOMA
Courses
Language Arts
Language Arts Core
World Lit and Selective
OR AP English Literature
OR College English
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Career Technology
Career Technology Core
Selective
3
1
Fine Arts OR Level III or
Above World Language
OR Career Technology
Health/Physical Education
Health
Personal Fitness
3
Mathematics
Algebra I
Geometry
Algebra II
Selective (above Algebra II)
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Social Studies
American Government/Civics 0.5
World History
1
U.S. History
1
Economics
0.5
Credits
4
Fine Arts OR Level III or
Above World Language
OR Career Technology
1
Health/Physical Education
Health
Personal Fitness
0.5
0.5
Electives
TOTAL:
4
3
1
Fine Arts OR Level III or
Above World Language
OR Career Technology
1
1
Health/Physical Education
Health
Personal Fitness
4
Electives
22
0.5
0.5
1
0
TOTAL:
The above represent minimum graduation requirements.
1. Applied Problem Solving AND Applied Algebra may be substituted for Algebra I.
2. Language Arts Core includes 9th grade Lit & Comp, 10th grade Lit & Comp, American Lit & Comp and World Lit.
Senior Selectives include Multicultural Lit, English Lit, and Contemporary Lit
3. Career Technology Core selected from Architectural Drawing & Design, Broadcast Video Production, Business, Computer Science,
Engineering, and Marketing Sales and Service/Fashion.
4. College Preparatory "Diploma with Distinction" requires two additional units from Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social
Studies, World Language, or Fine Arts and an overall core average of 80 or higher.
5. Career Technology "Diploma with Distinction" requires one additional unit from Career-Technology and one unit from Lang Arts,
Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World Language, or Fine Arts and an overall core average of 80 or higher.
6. Graduation Tests (GHSGT) Students must pass all five sections (Writing, Math, Science, English, Science, Social Studies)
7. End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) Students must complete EOCT in Algebra I, Geometry, US History, Economics, Ninth Grade Lit and
Comp, American Lit and Comp, Biology, and Physical Science.
22
FULTON COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM GRADUATION
REQUIREMENTS
CLASS OF 2012 and beyond
COURSES
Language Arts
UNITS OF CREDIT
4
1 unit of 9th grade Literature and Composition
1 unit of American Literature and Composition
2 additional units
Science
4
1 unit of Biology (can be AP/IB)
1 unit of Physical Science or Physics (AP/IB)
1 unit of Chemistry, Earth Systems, Environmental Science, or
AP/IB Science
1 unit of a 4th science, including any AP/IB, academic science, or career
tech science
Mathematics
4
1 unit of Integrated Advanced Algebra or Accelerated Integrated
Advanced Algebra Honors
1 unit of Integrated Geometry or Accelerated Integrated Geometry Honors
1 unit of Integrated Algebra II or Accelerated Integrated Pre-Calculus Honors
1 additional math unit (Integrated Trigonometry or any higher level
mathematics course, including AP/IB)
Social Studies
3
½ unit of American Government/Civics
1 unit of World History
1 unit of United States History
½ unit of Economics
World Language* AND/OR CTAE**
(Career, Technical and Agricultural
Education) AND/OR Fine Arts
Health/Physical Education
3
1
½ unit of Health
½ unit of Personal Fitness
Electives
4
TOTAL UNITS (Minimum):
23
*Students planning to enter or transfer into a University System of Georgia institution or
other post-secondary institution must take two units of the same world language.
**Students wishing to receive industry certification in certain areas under Career, Technical
and Agricultural Education programs must follow specific pathways.
The above represent minimum graduation requirements.
1. Science: Courses to meet the 4th year requirement include AP Physics B/C, AP Biology, AP Chemistry, AP Environmental
Science, Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry Honors, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Environmental Science,
Earth Systems, AP Computer Science A, Engineering Applications, and Food Nutrition through Lifespan
*4th science unit may be used to meet both the science and elective requirements.
2. Math Selectives: Discrete Math/Stats, AP Statistics, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, or Calculus II/III at Georgia Tech
3. Career Pathways: Architectural Drawing & Design, Broadcast Video Production, Business, Computer Science, Engineering,
and Marketing Sales and Service/Fashion.
4. Health/Physical Education: Three units of JROTC may be used to meet the Personal Fitness requirement.
5. Students with disabilities will be eligible to earn a regular diploma by meeting the requirement outlined in the graduation
rule and in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
6. Graduation Tests (GHSGT) Students must pass all five sections (Writing, Math, Science, English, Science, Social Studies)
7. End-of-Course Tests (EOCT) Students must complete EOCT in Integrated Advanced Algebra, Integrated Geometry,
US History, Economics, Ninth Grade Lit and Comp, American Lit and Comp, Biology, and Physical Science.
Sample Freshmen Schedules
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Biology
Am Gov’t/Civics
Elective
Elective
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Biology
General Health
Elective
Elective
OR
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Biology
Am Gov’t/Civics
World Language
Elective
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Biology
General Health
World Language
Elective
Sample Sophomore Schedules
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Physical Science
Am Gov’t/Civics
World Language
Personal Fitness
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Physical Science
General Health
World Language
Elective
OR
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Chemistry
World History
World Language
Elective
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Chemistry
World History
World Language
Elective
Sample Junior Schedules
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Chemistry
US History
World Language
Elective
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Chemistry
US History
World Language
Elective
OR
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Physics
US History
World Language
Elective
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Physics
US History
World Language
Elective
Sample Senior Schedules
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Science
Economics
Elective
Elective
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Science
Elective
Elective
Elective
OR
Fall Semester
Language Arts
Math
Science
Economics
World Language
Elective
Spring Semester
Language Arts
Math
Science
Personal Fitness
World Language
Elective
Recommended Electives:
Art
Music
Computer Science
Business
Engineering
Physical Education (PE)
Drama
Broadcast Video Production
Marketing Sales and Service/Fashion
Architectural Drawing & Design
additional Science course
additional Social Studies course
additional World Language course
additional Math courses
JROTC
SAT Prep
Journalism
CBE
TAG internship
Mentorship
AP or college courses
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
Northview High School opened in August 2002, and is a unit of the Fulton County School
System.
We are a four-year, comprehensive high school accredited by the Georgia
Department of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
School system graduation requirements consist of a core curriculum and additional options
leading to a high school diploma. The total number of required units of credit cannot be waived.
Graduation Requirements
The Georgia Board of Education establishes graduation requirements for all students in public
schools. The Fulton County School System bases its requirements on the state requirements.
Local school systems must meet all state requirements; however, they may go beyond those
requirements.
Credit for High School Courses Taken in Middle School
Students who take high school math courses and/or two years of the same world language in
middle school may receive unit credit toward their high school requirements. It takes two years
of the same world language in middle school to equate to one unit of high school world
language.
ELIGIBILITY FOR GRADUATION
A student shall become eligible for graduation upon meeting the following criteria:
 22 (Class of 2011) or 23 (Class of 2012 and beyond) units of credit have been
completed
 State assessment requirements have been met
 Attendance requirements have been met
Students and parents should be familiar with the following terms:

Core Curriculum – areas of study in which all students must complete specific
courses in order to fulfill graduation requirements

Required Course – one that is mandatory for a specific program of study

Selective Course – one of several designated courses from which a student may
choose in meeting the requirements of a specific program of study

Elective Course – a course that counts toward the total number of units required for
graduation but does not apply toward particular requirements of a specific program of
study
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AP Diploma - students earning five or more units of Advanced Placement credit may
qualify for the honorary AP Diploma offered by the College Board.
*** The information below applies to the CLASS OF 2011

Seal – an attachment placed on a high school diploma indicating the successful
completion of one or more programs of study
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Career-Technology Seal of Endorsement – awarded upon completion of the
Career-Technology program of study, which requires 22 units to graduate (four units
must be earned in Career-Technology programs with at least three from one area of
concentration)

College Preparatory Seal of Endorsement – awarded upon completion of the
College Preparatory program of study, which requires 22 units to graduate

Dual Diploma – students who fulfill requirements for both the College Preparatory
and Career-Technology Seals of Endorsement will be awarded a Dual Diploma

Diploma with Distinction - students who exceed minimum
graduation requirements are recognized by the State
Department of Education if they fulfill the following criteria:
The Career-Technology Diploma with Distinction requires 24 units with one
additional unit from Career-Technology and one unit from Language Arts,
Mathematics, Science Social Studies, World Language, or Fine Arts, and an overall
core average of 80 or higher.
The College Preparatory Diploma with Distinction requires 24 units with two
additional units from Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, World
Language, or Fine Arts, as well as an overall core average of 80 or higher.
*** The information below applies to the CLASS OF 2012 AND BEYOND

Career, Technical and Agricultural Education (CTAE) Pathways – Three elective
units in coherent sequence that includes rigorous content aligned with industryrelated standards leading to college and work readiness in a focused area of student
interest.

Secondary School Credential – a document awarded to students at the completion
of the high school experience

High School Diploma – This document certifies that students have satisfied
attendance, unit credit and state assessment requirements.

High School Certificate – This document is awarded to students who do not
complete all of the criteria for a diploma but who meets all requirements for
attendance and unit credits.

Special Education Diploma –This is awarded to students with disabilities
assigned to a special education program who have not met the state assessment
requirements or who have not completed all of the requirements for a high school
diploma but who have completed the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Students with significant cognitive disabilities are those with significant
intellectual disabilities or intellectual disabilities concurrent with motor, sensory or
emotional/behavioral disabilities that require substantial adaptations and support
to access the general curriculum and require additional instruction focused on
relevant life skills and participate in the Georgia Alternate Assessment (GAA).
Students with significant cognitive disabilities may graduate and receive a regular
high school diploma when the student’s IEP team determines that the student
has:
1. Completed an integrated curriculum based on the GPS that includes
instruction in Mathematics, English/Language Arts, Science and Social
Studies as well as career preparation, self determination, independent
living and personal care to equal a minimum of 23 units of instruction.
2. Participated in the GAA during middle school and high school and earned
a proficient score on the high school GAA test, and
3. Reached the 22nd birthday OR has transitioned to an
employment/education/ training setting in which the supports needed are
provided by an entity other than the local school system.
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Unit – one unit of credit awarded for a minimum of 150 clock hours of instruction or
135 hours of instruction in an approved block schedule
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Unit, Summer School – one unit of credit awarded for a minimum of 120 clock
hours of instruction or 135 hours of instruction
Placement Procedure
Recommendations concerning instructional placement and progress of students are the
responsibility of the local teacher and other professional staff directly involved with the students.
The final decision concerning placement, however, rests with the principal. Promotion and
retention at the high school level follow the guidelines listed below:
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Students in high school progress toward graduation on a course-by-course basis.
Students take courses based upon academic performance, academic needs,
graduation requirements and previous credits earned.
A student entering high school in Fulton County is assigned a graduation year. The
graduation requirements in effect at the time of entrance apply for the student's
entire high school career.
Students stay with their entering class for all school activities, including those related
to courses, for their freshman year only. The number of credits earned by the student
determines assignments beyond the freshman year.
A student remains a freshman until such time that he/she earns 5 credits to be a
sophomore, 10 credits to be a junior and 16 credits to be a senior for the Class of
2011 and 5 credits to be a sophomore, 11 credits to be a junior and 17 credits to be
a senior for the Class of 2012 and beyond.
Students who do not complete high school within the traditional four years attend a
conference including the student, parent(s)/guardian(s) and appropriate school staff,
and are assigned to the open campus education program if this placement is
deemed to be in the best interest of the student.
At the end of the junior year, each high school provides notification by registered
U.S. mail to the parent(s)/guardian(s) of any student who may not graduate the
following year. Additional written notification is required at the end of the first
semester of the student’s senior year. Copies of the notification is kept in the
counselor’s office and sent to the student and parent(s)/guardian(s).
Waiver of Requirements The total number of required unit credits (22 for the Class of 2011 or
23 for the Class of 2012 and beyond) cannot be waived.
GRADUATION EXERCISES
A student will be allowed to participate in graduation exercises after all requirements for a High
School Diploma or a Special Education Diploma have been met. If a student has not passed
any portion of the GHSGT after four attempts, and they meet the criteria for a state waiver or
variance, they should immediately submit a request to the state. Criteria for waivers and
variances can be found at http://public.doe.k12.ga.us. Qualified students should apply following
the winter testing period of their senior year to assume their request is considered in time to
participate in graduation exercises. Their school counselors shall monitor student progress
toward graduation requirements, and advise students who meet the criteria for a waiver or
variance of this option in a timely manner.
School Day
The school day consists of six academic periods and a lunch period. Each student must carry a
full schedule of classes. Students enrolled in joint enrollment and internship programs are
considered full-time students. The school year consists of two eighteen-week semesters.
Students earn one-half unit of credit for each course per semester. Most courses meet for the
entire school year, earning a total of one unit of credit, while some are intended as onesemester experiences.
Advanced Placement (AP) Courses
The Fulton County School system offers numerous Advanced Placement courses representing
computer science, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, world language, music,
and visual art. Most colleges and universities award credit for specific levels of performance on
the AP exams given in May. Enrollment is open to all qualified students. Interested students
should contact an AP instructor, counselor, or Dr. Macris for information and application
procedures.
Joint Enrollment/ACCEL Classes
Students may enroll in college or technical school courses and receive simultaneous credit
toward their respective diploma programs. In addition, Georgia Perimeter College offers
College English, College Macroeconomics, and College Public Speaking on the Northview
campus. Also, Georgia Institute of Technology offers College Calculus through a Distance
Learning Program here on the Northview campus to those students who have completed AP
Calculus BC. Students must meet the requirements (application, GPA, SAT/ACT, etc.) of the
colleges to be admitted into their joint enrollment requirements.
Effective spring 2005, Postsecondary Options funding were replaced by the ACCEL Program, a
part of the HOPE Scholarship program. All credit hours for which students receive payment
shall be included in the maximum total credits that will be funded through the student’s HOPE
Scholarship.
Online Learning Programs
An educational opportunity where students can take classes through approved
distance learning educational institutions. Per FCBOE Board Policy IHF, the
following guidelines must be followed as applicable:
If the student can take a course at their local school, they should be scheduled for the local
school course rather than an online course. The following will be considered valid reasons for
NOT taking the course at the local school:
 The desired course is not offered.
 A student has failed a class and cannot recover credit and meet his/her four year plan goals.
 A student is requesting credit for a course that is not necessary for graduation and exceeds
his/her four year plan.
 A student needs to take a required course so that he/she may free up his schedule for
another required course or a specialized course not offered online and/or fitting into the
student’s schedule. (For example: Career & Technical Education courses, Advanced
Placement courses, etc.).
When local school approval is granted for students to enroll in online courses, the following
preferences should be applied:
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course.
Fulton County Schools Virtual Campus (FCVS) www.fultonk12virtualcampus.net
Fulton County Virtual Campus
Virtual Campus is an online learning program that provides students with a unique
opportunity to take courses over the Internet rather than inside a traditional classroom. The
courses are designed for students who want to make up a course or get ahead by earning
additional credits toward high school graduation. The Virtual Campus is a partner with
Gwinnett County Schools’ “Online Campus.” Online courses provide flexibility, encourage
personal initiative, promote interactive learning and critical thinking, and offer an intellectual
challenge
to
selected
students.
For
more
information,
please
visit:
www.fultonk12virtualcampus.net
 If no FCVS course is offered, second preference should be given to a Georgia Virtual
School course. Georgia Virtual School (GAVS) www.GAVirtualSchool.org
Please Note:
 All EOCT courses (Integrated Advanced Algebra (or Algebra I), Integrated Advanced
Geometry (or Geometry), Physical Science, Biology, Economics, U.S. History, 9th Grade
Literature & Composition, and American Literature & Composition) must be taken
through FCVS or GAVS or summer school or Night School.
 Students who are approved to take a course online that has an End of Course Test for
that course must take the test to receive a grade for the course (online course grade =
85% of final grade and EOCT = 15% of final grade).
 Students must meet with their counselor to fill out an “Off Campus Course Request Form”
before signing up for an online course. The counselor reserves the right to approve or deny
any request.
 Only one full credit may be taken online per semester during the school year.
 The graduating senior’s counselor must receive an official transcript from the online
provider one week prior to graduation. Requesting the transcript be sent to Northview H.S. is
the responsibility of the student.
If the student requires a class that cannot be taken from his local school, summer school, Night
School, the FCVS or the GAVS, the student may register for a course offered by an alternative
source provided that the source and specific course have been approved by the office
responsible for secondary curriculum and instruction (Phone: 404-763-5739). If the course is not
offered through FCVS or GAVS, a list of other accredited online programs will be provided by
the student’s counselor.
Night School Program
Students may retake failed courses or complete additional coursework through the Night School
Program. One or two courses may be taken on the same evening. Classes meet
Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday for two hours each. Night School courses are
available at Independence and McClarin High Schools on a tuition basis; registration is done
through the Counseling Office.
Career-Technology Programs (Class of 2011)
Northview offers seven programs of study leading to Career-Technology or Dual Diploma Seals
of Endorsement: Architectural Drawing & Design, Broadcast Video Production, Business,
Computer Science, Engineering, and Marketing Sales and Service/Fashion.
Career Pathways (Class of 2012 and beyond)
Career Pathways are state-approved career enhancement programs defined as a coherent,
articulated sequence of rigorous academic and career related courses usually commencing in
the ninth grade and leading to an associate degree, and or an industry-recognized certificate or
licensure, and/or a baccalaureate degree and beyond. Career, Technical and Agricultural
Education (CTAE) provides all Georgia students with the opportunity to select three sequenced
electives in a career pathway, along with recommended academic course work, to prepare them
to continue their education at any level or enter the world of work. Career Pathways offered at
Northview include Architectural Drawing & Design, Broadcast Video Production, Business,
Computer Science, Engineering, and Marketing Sales and Service/Fashion. Career and
Technical Education Pathway completion requires that students earn three (3) units of credit
from one pathway chosen from the concentration areas above.
Special Education Interrelated Resource (IRR)
Students with mild-moderate disabilities may be served through the Interrelated Resource (IRR)
Program. Services include monitoring as well as self-contained, modified curriculum, and teamtaught classes. Placement in the program and services rendered are determined through an
annual Individualized Educational Program (IEP) conference.
Talented and Gifted Program (TAG)
The TAG program augments classroom activities through seminars, subject area extensions,
directed studies, and career internships. At least one TAG option must be completed during
each semester. Failure to meet this requirement may result in dismissal from the program.
Grades are not given for seminars and subject area extensions; academic credit is earned
through directed studies and internships. Students participating in the TAG program in middle
school qualify for immediate placement in high school TAG. Screening is held each year at the
high school level for students not previously recommended for TAG.
ESOL
The ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) provides students whose primary language
is not English an opportunity to acquire language and content skills needed for success in and
out of school. The program develops proficiency in listening, speaking, writing, and reading.
Students from other cultures become acclimated to American culture through language-based
activities. All instruction in the ESOL program is given in English to facilitate the acquisition of
English language skills.
Work-Based Learning Programs
Work-Based Learning Programs allow qualified juniors and seniors to receive course credit for
supervised experience in business. Paid internship opportunities are available through
Business Procedures (previously known as CBE), Career-Technology Intervention (CTI) and
Youth Apprenticeship (YAP). These programs combine classroom instruction, on the job work
experience, and leadership training through the Future Business Leaders of America.
Participants are given release time from school to complete their work experience. Students
receive supervision at the work site from their employers and the work program coordinator.
Students must provide their own transportation to the internship site.
Grading Scale
All grades will be recorded on transcripts and report cards as numeric grades. Passing grades
are 70 and above. The grading scale is as follows:
A = 90 and above
B = 80 – 89
C = 70 – 79
F = 69 and below
Transcripts show the numeric grades for each reporting period and the student’s overall numeric
average. The Cumulative Numeric Average is determined by adding all numeric grades
together and dividing that total by the number of courses taken.
Seven honors points are added to each passing grade in Dual Enrollment/
ACCEL/postsecondary options courses, honors, or College Board Advanced Placement
classes.
HOPE Scholarship
The HOPE (Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally) Scholarship Program is Georgia’s unique
scholarship program that rewards students’ hard work with financial assistance in degree,
diploma, and certificate programs at any eligible Georgia public or private college, university, or
public technical institute. Eligible students receive financial assistance covering tuition, HOPEapproved mandatory fees, and a book allowance. In addition to being a U.S. Citizen or an
eligible non-citizen, a high school graduate, and a legal resident of Georgia, students must earn
a 3.0 cumulative grade point average GPA for the college preparatory track and a 3.2
cumulative GPA for the career technology track.
The GPA for HOPE will be determined by averaging ALL core curriculum coursework (English,
Math, Science, Social Science, and World Language), including failing grades on a 4.0 scale (A
= 4.0, B = 3.0, C = 2.0, and F = 0). In addition, all honors points are removed before the
calculation and 0.50 weighting is added back in for AP and IB courses only, not to exceed 4.0.
Grades from high school courses taken in middle school are not calculated in the HOPE GPA.
Please note: A 2.99 GPA does NOT qualify you for HOPE. All calculations are done by the
Georgia Student Finance Commission.
Students must also meet other requirements concerning Selective Service registration
(www.sss.gov; males must register before their 18th birthday) and repayment of student loans,
and complete the following forms online: the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA www.fafsa.ed.gov) and/or Georgia Student Financial Aid Application System (GSFAPPS www.GAcollege411.org). For additional information, contact the Georgia Student Finance
Commission (GSFC) at 770-724-9000 or 1-800-505-GSFC (4732) or visit www.gsfc.org.
Course Placements
Students are placed in courses based on specific criteria. Prerequisite requirements reflect skills
and levels of achievement needed for success in a desired course. Proper academic placement
is essential for academic success; therefore, students will not be placed in courses in which the
prerequisite requirements have not been met. Course placement is contingent upon the final
unweighted course grade. If a student fails to meet a prerequisite unweighted grade
requirement by three or fewer points but has fulfilled all other prerequisites, a parent may
request placement in the desired course by completing a placement waiver. This is the only
circumstance for which placement waivers will be offered.
Promotion/Retention
High school students must earn a certain number of units in order to earn promotion to the next
grade level. Requirements for promotion are:
Freshman:
Sophomore:
Junior:
Senior:
Class of 2011
promotion from eighth grade
minimum of 5 units of credit
minimum of 10 units of credit
minimum of 16 units of credit
Class of 2012 and beyond
promotion from eighth grade
minimum of 5 units of credit
minimum of 11 units of credit
minimum of 17 units of credit
Summer school (including summer online courses) is an extension of the previous school year;
therefore, summer courses count toward promotion to the next grade level.
Schedule Changes
Once classes are scheduled, it is difficult to make schedule changes because many classes will
have reached maximum enrollment. Students may not be enrolled in a class that is considered
filled. Overloading classes constitutes a violation of State Standards and is not permitted.
If there is a need to request a schedule change, students must do so well in advance of the
semester for which the change is desired. Requests will be granted on an "as available" basis
when stated timelines for requests are followed.
After classes have been scheduled, requests will be considered only for the following reasons:
 the student has failed a required course and must repeat the course
 the student has failed a prerequisite and is not eligible to continue in the course sequence
 the student has failed to enroll in a course required for graduation
 the student demonstrates poor achievement in a prerequisite course and is advised by both
the teacher and counselor or administrator not to enroll in a more advanced course
 there is a scheduling conflict or a course has been cancelled
Requests for changes of a class period or lunch will not be honored. Northview reserves the
right to make adjustments to student schedules due to changes in enrollment and/or to balance
class sizes. Students enrolled in an Honors or AP class requesting a change to a regular level
course are expected to complete the first semester before the change will be made.
Eligibility for Competitive Interscholastic Activities
Students participating in competitive interscholastic activities must pass five (5) out of six (6)
classes during the previous semester. These subjects must carry credit toward graduation or
grade promotion. Summer school is an extension of the second semester and will count toward
eligibility for the first semester of the following school year. Students not meeting this
requirement are not eligible for interscholastic competition until they complete this requirement
at the end of a subsequent semester and are on-track for graduation.
UNIVERSITY SYSTEM OF GEORGIA – ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
for use as a guideline only - information/requirements are subject to change
CLASS OF 2011
1. Completion of the College Preparatory Curriculum (CPC) is required for admission to public
colleges and universities in Georgia.
The University System College Preparatory Curriculum includes 16 units of credit in these
specific core areas:
 4 units of English
 4 units of Mathematics (Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and a fourth year of math)
 3 units of Science (Biology, Physical Science or Physics, and a third year of science)
 3 units of Social Science (including US History and World History)
 2 units of the same World Language
16 Total College Prep Units
*state core = language arts, science, social studies, math and world language
2. SAT or ACT Scores (Minimums)
SAT scores – Verbal 430; Math 400
ACT scores – English 17; Math 17
*many colleges require a SAT/ACT writing test for placement purposes
3. Freshmen Index (FI)
The FI is a formula using the applicant’s SAT score and high school CORE grade point
average (HSGPA) to determine eligibility for college admission. The HSGPA is calculated
on the 16 University System of Georgia college preparatory curriculum units required for
all students.
[SAT Verbal Score + SAT Math score + (High School Academic GPA from the 5 core areas X 500)]
The 35 institutions in the University System are grouped as follows:

Research Universities (UGA ,Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, Medical College of
Georgia)
one unit of mathematics beyond Algebra II required; Algebra I required.

Regional Universities (Georgia Southern University, Valdosta State University)
one unit of mathematics beyond Algebra II may be required; Algebra I required.

State Universities (All other four-year state universities including Georgia Gwinnett College,
Kennesaw State University, Southern Polytechnic State University, State University of West
Georgia, and Georgia College & State University)
one unit of mathematics beyond Algebra II is strongly recommended.

Two-Year Colleges (all two-year colleges including Georgia Perimeter College, Gainesville
College, and Atlanta Metropolitan College)

Technical Colleges (Gwinnett Tech, Lanier Tech, Atlanta Area Tech, and all other University
System technical colleges)
Admission requires satisfactory completion of a high school diploma or equivalent program.
Private colleges in Georgia as well as out-of-state public and private institutions may have
additional requirements such as an additional unit of world language, science or math.
Georgia Board of Regents’ Admission Standards for Graduating
Class of 2012 and Beyond
The Board of Regents requires 17 units. Students will be required to present a transcript that
Includes four units of language arts, four of mathematics, four of science, three of social studies,
and two of the same world language. In addition to the 17 CPC units requirement, freshman
applicants will be considered for admission based on the “Freshman Index (FI)”—a formula
using the applicant’s SAT score and high school grade point average—which will be used to
help determine a student’s readiness for college work. The FI is a means of applying several
factors to the admissions decision-making process. It provides equity for students who test well
on standardized tests as well as those who do not but who work hard to earn great grades.
Using the index, both can be given appropriate consideration.
Curriculum Requirements:
17 Curriculum Units are required at all university system institutions:
 4 units of language arts – literature (American, English, World) integrated with grammar,
usage and advanced composition skills
 4 units of mathematics – algebra I and II, geometry, and a fourth year of advanced
algebra and trigonometry, algebra III, pre-calculus, discrete mathematics, calculus, AP
calculus, statistics, IB mathematics or analysis
 4 units of science – including at least one lab course from life science and one lab
course from the physical sciences
 3 units of social studies – must include US history and world history
 2 units of world language – emphasizing speaking, listening, reading and writing skills
 In addition, different types of institutions (research universities, regional universities,
senior colleges, two-year colleges) may require additional academic units.
Freshman Index (FI):
SAT Verbal Score + SAT Math Score + (High School GPA x 500)
Minimum admission standards for traditional freshmen




Research universities (UGA, Ga. Tech, Ga. State) 17 units and a FI of 2500. (Must
include a minimum of 430 verbal and 400 math SAT scores or ACT English 17 and ACT
Math 17)
Regional universities (Georgia Southern, Valdosta State) 17 units and a FI of 2040.
(Must include a minimum of 430 verbal and 400 math SAT scores or ACT English 17
and ACT Math 17)
State Universities (Kennesaw, Southern Polytechnic and Clayton State) 17 units and a
FI of 1940. (Must include a minimum of 330 verbal and 310 math SAT scores or ACT
English 17 and ACT Math 17)
State colleges (Dalton State, Macon State)
17 units and a FI of 1830. (Must include a minimum of 330 verbal and 310 math SAT scores or
ACT English 17 and ACT Math 17.)
-year colleges (Abraham Baldwin Agricultural, Georgia Perimeter)
17 units and a FI of 1830. (Must include a minimum of 330 verbal and 310 math SAT scores.)
Students should check with the Admissions Office of the school(s) of their choice to be sure
they are aware of any particular requirements the university or college may have.
HOPE Scholarship Eligibility
Current information about HOPE scholarship eligibility can be found at www.gacollege411.org.
NORTHVIEW HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS
2010 – 2011
When using this catalogue, please remember the following:
 Computer # indicates the computer number of the course.
 Term indicates the length of the course. Courses with a term of S meet for one semester; those
designated with Y meet for the entire year.
 Prerequisite indicates certain courses that must be completed prior to the start of the course, that
the course is restricted to certain grade levels, and/or that the student must make application to
register for the course.
Prerequisite grade requirements indicated are unweighted grades.
 Advanced Placement (AP) is a program of college-level courses which gives high school students
the opportunity to receive advanced placement and/or credit in college through successful
completion of an exit examination.
An “AP Commitment Form” is required for all AP classes.
N/C indicates participation only; no credit is granted.
Computer #
23.0610000
23.0610040
Language Arts
9 Grade Lit/Comp
9th Grade Lit/Comp Honors
23.2610040
Term
Y
Y
Credit
1.0
1.0
Gifted 9th Grade Lit/Com
Y
1.0
23.0620000
23.0620040
10th Grade Lit/Comp
10th Grade Lit/Comp Honors
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
23.0510000
23.0510040
American Lit/Comp
American Lit/Comp Honors
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
23.0530010
AP Language/American Lit/Comp
Y
1.0
23.0630001
23.0660001
World Lit/Comp required on-level
Contemporary Lit/Comp
S
S
0.5
0.5
23.0630400
College English
Y
1.2
23.0460400
College Public Speaking
Spring only
AP English Literature &
Composition
S
0.6
Y
1.0
23.0650010
th
Prerequisite
None
85+ honors or 95+ regular 8th grade
Language Arts; recommendation from
Grade 8 Language Arts teacher; Level
3 score on CRCT Reading and
Language Arts (if applicable)
85+ honors or 95+ regular 8th grade
Language Arts; recommendation from
Grade 8 Language Arts teacher; Level
3 score on CRCT Reading and
Language Arts (if applicable);
TAG Program; application/selection
as content area for gifted participation
9th Grade Lit/Comp
85+ honors; 95+ regular 9th Grade
Lit/Comp
10th Grade Lit/Comp
85+ honors or 95+ regular in 10th
Grade Lit/Comp
AP Commitment Form/85+ H or 95+
10th Grade Lit/Comp
American Lit/Comp
Selective; co-requisite w/ World
Lit/Comp
Acceptance to Georgia Perimeter
College
Acceptance to Georgia Perimeter
College
AP Commitment Form; 85+ AP Lang
or 90+ Honors or 95+ regular
American Literature
23.0320000
Journalism/Newspaper I
Y
1.0
23.0330000
23.0350000
23.0320007
Journalism/Newspaper II
Journalism/Newspaper III
Journalism/Yearbook I
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
23.0330007
23.0350007
23.0320008
23.0330008
Journalism/Yearbook II
Journalism/Yearbook III
Journalism/Literary Magazine I
Journalism/Literary Magazine II
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
23.0350008
Journalism/Literary Magazine III
Y
1.0
23.0460000
23.0470000
35.0660001
Speech/Forensics I
Speech/Forensics II
SAT Prep during regular school
day
Y
Y
S
1.0
1.0
0.5
35.0660002
SAT Prep zero period
S
0.5
Computer #
27.0810000
27.0810020
Mathematics
Integrated Advanced Algebra (IAA)
Integrated Advanced Algebra
Support
Accelerated Integrated Advanced
Algebra Honors (AIAA)
Integrated Geometry (IG)
Integrated Geometry Support
Term
Y
Y
Credit
1.0
1.0
Y
1.0
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
Accelerated Integrated Geometry
Honors (AIG)
Gifted Accelerated Integrated
Geometry Honors
Integrated Algebra II
Integrated Algebra II Support
Y
1.0
Y
1.0
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
Y
1.0
27.0640000
27.0661000
27.0650000
27.0710000
Accelerated Integrated
PreCalculus Honors
Algebra II
Algebra III
Advanced Algebra/Trigonometry
Calculus
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
27.0690001
Discrete Math
S
0.5
27.0510001
27.0720010
Statistics
AP Calculus – AB
S
Y
0.5
1.0
27.0910040
27.0820000
27.0450000
27.0920040
27.2920040
27.0830000
Subject to
approval by
the State
27.0930040
Application; 85+ cumulative average;
85+ Language Arts
Newspaper I; advisor permission
Newspaper II; advisor permission
Application; 85+ cumulative avg./85+
LA
Yearbook I; advisor permission
Yearbook II; advisor permission
Application; 85+ cumulative average
Literary Magazine I; advisor
perm./85+ LA
Literary Magazine II; advisor
permission
None
Speech; Forensics I
Junior/Senior; elective; completed or
enrolled in Integrated Algebra II or
higher
Junior/Senior; elective; completed or
enrolled in integrated Algebra II or
higher
Prerequisite
Passed Math 8
Passed Math 8, level 1 on CRCT, take
with Integrated Advanced Algebra
Passed Math 8 Adv, level 3 on CRCT;
Passed Math 8 with 90+, level 3 on CRCT
Passed Integrated Advanced Algebra
Passed Integrated Advanced Algebra
with 70 - 74, took Integrated
Advanced Algebra Support, take with
Integrated Geometry
Passed Accelerated Integrated
Advanced Algebra Honors
TAG Program; application/selection
as content area for gifted participation
Passed Integrated Geometry
Passed Integrated Geometry with 70 74, took Integrated Advanced Algebra
or Integrated Geometry Support, take
with Integrated Algebra II
Passed Accelerated Integrated
Geometry Honors
Passed Algebra I and Geometry
Passed Algebra II
83+ Algebra II
83+ Advanced Algebra/Trig or passed
PreCalculus Honors
Passed Algebra II as Junior , Seniors
Only course
Discrete Math, Seniors Only course
AP Commitment Contract; 83+ Honors
Pre-Calculus or 98+ Advanced
Algebra/Trigonometry
27.0730010
27.0740010
27.0750405
27.0750406
27.0610600
27.0690000
35.0660001
35.0660002
Computer #
26.0120000
26.0120040
26.2120040
40.0110000
40.0110040
40.0510000
40.0510040
40.0810000
26.0611000
26.0730000
26.0730040
40.0210000
40.0520041
40.0520042
AP Calculus – BC
Y
1.0
AP Commitment Contract;
93+ PreCalculus Honors
AP Statistics
Y
1.0
Passed Advanced Algebra/Trig or 83+
Accelerated Integrated Geometry
Honors; AP Commitment Contract
College Calculus 2*
S
0.8
AP Calculus BC distance learning with
GA Tech; acceptance to GA Tech
College Calculus 3*
S
0.8
College Calculus 2 distance learning
with GA Tech
*co-requisites; students must register for both courses
Algebra II*
S
1.0
Seniors only; double period block
Discrete Math/Statistics*
S
1.0
Seniors only; double period block
*co-requisites; students must register for both courses
SAT Prep during regular school day
S
0.5
Juniors and seniors; elective;
completed or enrolled in Algebra II
SAT Prep during zero period
S
0.5
Juniors and seniors; elective;
completed or enrolled in Algebra II
Science
Term Credit
Prerequisite
Biology
Y
1.0
None
Biology Honors
Y
1.0
85+ Advanced Science or 95+ in onlevel Science and 85+ in Math 8A or
95+ in Math 8 or enrolled in higher
level of math
Biology Honors prerequisites and
Gifted Biology Honors
Y
1.0
enrolled in TAG Program;
application/selection as content area
for gifted participation
Completed Biology and < 80 IAA
Physical Science
Y
1.0
Completed Biology and > 80 or
Physical Science Honors
Y
1.0
< 85 IAA
Chemistry
Y
1.0
85+ Biology or <80 Biology H or 85+
Physical Science and 85+ IAA (or
enrolled in higher level of math)
80+ in Bio H or 95+ Bio and 90+ IAA
Chemistry Honors
Y
1.0
(or enrolled in higher level of math)
Physics
Y
1.0
80+ Chemistry, completed Chemistry
H; concurrent enrollment with
Integrated Algebra II or higher
Environmental Science
Y
1.0
Completed Biology & Physical Sci or
Biology & Physics or <80 chemistry
Human Anatomy/Physiology
Y
1.0
80+ in Biology and Chemistry;
Enrolled in/Completed Physics
Human Anatomy/Physiology Honors
Y
1.0
85+ in Biology and Chemistry;
Enrolled in/Completed Physics
Astronomy
Y
1.0
Completed Bio and Physical Science
or Chemistry & Physics; completed
Integrated Geometry
Organic Chemistry Honors
S
0.5
Completed Chemistry H or 80+
Fall only
Chemistry; Enrolled in/Completed
Physics
Biochemistry Honors
S
0.5
Completed Chemistry H or 80+
Spring only
Chemistry; Enrolled in/Completed
Physics
40.0640000
Earth Systems
Y
1.0
26.0140010
AP Biology
Y
1.0
26.0620010
AP Environmental Science
Y
1.0
40.01100004
AP Chemistry
Y
1.0
40.0830010
AP Physics B
Y
1.0
40.2842011
AP Physics C - Mechanics
S
0.5
40.2842012
S
0.5
Computer #
45.0570005
45.2570005
AP Physics C – Electricity &
Magnetism
Social Studies
American Government/Civics
Gifted American Government/Civics
Term
S
S
Credit
0.5
0.5
45.0830000
45.0811010
World History
AP World History
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
45.0810000
45.0820010
US History
AP US History
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
45.0840010
AP European History
Y
1.0
45.0610001
45.0610409
Economics
College Macroeconomics
Fall Semester only
S
S
0.5
0.6
45.0620011
AP Macroeconomics
S
0.5
45.0630011
AP Microeconomics
S
0.5
45.0160010
AP Psychology
Y
1.0
45.0770010
AP Human Geography
Y
1.0
45.0530011
AP Government/Politics Comparative
S
0.5
45.0520011
AP Government/Politics U.S.
S
0.5
45.0310003
Sociology
S
0.5
Completed Biology & Physical Sci or
Biology & Physics or <80 chemistry
85+ Bio H/Chemistry H or 95+
Bio/Chemistry; Enrolled in/Completed
Physics; complete AP Commitment
Form
85+ in Bio & Chemistry; Completed
Phys Science or Enrolled
in/Completed Physics; AP
Commitment Form
85+ Chemistry H or 95+ Chemistry
and 90+ Integrated Geometry;
Enrolled in/Completed Physics; AP
Commitment Form
85+ in Chemistry H or 95+ Chemistry;
90+ Integrated Algebra II; 85+
Physics; AP Commitment Form
85+ AP Physics B or 95+ Physics,
enrolled in AP Calculus; AP
Commitment Form
Completion of Physics C Mechanics; AP Commitment Form
Prerequisite
None
TAG Program; application/selection as
content area for gifted participation
Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors only
AP Commitment Form; 90+ in
American Government/Civics & 90+
in Honors Lang. Arts; Sophomore
Juniors/Seniors only
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in Honors
Language Arts & World History
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in Honors
Language Arts & World History
Seniors only
Acceptance to Georgia Perimeter
College
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in
previous Social Studies course
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in
previous Social Studies course
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in
previous Social Studies; Juniors and
Seniors only
AP Commitment Form; 85 minimum
average; Juniors & Seniors only
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in
previous Social Studies course;
Juniors and Seniors only
AP Commitment Form; Juniors and
Seniors
Juniors and seniors elective
Computer #
60.0110000
60.0120000
60.0120040
60.0130000
60.0130040
60.0140000
60.0140040
60.0150040
60.0170010
World Languages
French I
French II
French II Honors
French III
French III Honors
French IV
French IV Honors
French V Honors
AP French Language
Term
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Credit
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
61.0110000
61.0120000
61.0130040
61.0150040
61.0170010
German I
German II
German III Honors
German IV Honors
AP German Language
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
61.0410000
61.0420000
61.0420040
61.0430040
61.0440040
61.0470010
Latin I
Latin II
Latin II Honors
Latin Roman History Honors
Latin Roman Myths Honors
AP Latin Vergil
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
60.0710000
60.0720000
60.0720040
60.0730000
60.0730040
60.0740000
60.0740040
60.0750040
60.0770010
Spanish I
Spanish II
Spanish II Honors
Spanish III
Spanish III Honors
Spanish IV
Spanish IV Honors
Spanish V Honors
AP Spanish Language
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
62.0110000
62.0120000
62.0120040
62.0130000
62.0130040
62.0140040
62.0196010
Chinese I
Chinese II
Chinese II H
Chinese III
Chinese III H
Chinese IV H
AP Chinese Language and Culture
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Computer #
10.4111000
10.4121000
10.4131000
10.4141000
Computer #
07.4110000
07.4120000
07.4211000
06.4150000
06.4160000
Broadcast Video Production
Broadcast Video Production 1
Broadcast Video Production 2
Broadcast Video Production 3
Broadcast Video Production 4
Business
Principles of Accounting I
Principles of Accounting II
Banking/Investing
Legal Environment of Business
Business Essentials
Term
Y
Y
Y
Y
Term
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Credit
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Credit
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Prerequisite
None
French I
92+ French I
80+ French II
95+ French II, 88+ French II H
80+ French III
88+ French III H
French IV
88+ French IV H; Completion of AP
Commitment Contract
None
German I
German II
German III Honors
85+ German III Honors; AP
Commitment Contract
None
Latin I
90+ Latin I
Latin II
Latin II
85+ Roman History or Roman Myths;
AP Commitment Contract
None
Spanish I
92+ Spanish I
80+ Spanish II
95+ Spanish II or 88+ Spanish II H
80+ Spanish III
88+ Spanish III H
Spanish IV
88+ Spanish IV Honors; Completion
of AP Commitment Contract
None
Chinese I
92+ Chinese I
Chinese II
95+ Chinese II, 85+ Chinese II H
Chinese III H
Completion of AP Commitment
Contract and placement test
Prerequisite
Request for registration
Broadcast Video Production 1
Broadcast Video Production 2
Broadcast Video Production 3
Prerequisite
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
Principles of Accounting I
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
None
06.4170000
07.4260000
06.4143000
07.4621000
07.0910000
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
Juniors and seniors only
Application; Juniors and seniors only
Application; Juniors and seniors only
Y
1.0
Term
Y
Y
Credit
1.0
1.0
Application; Juniors and seniors;
Business Internship 1A
Prerequisite
None
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
11.4130000
11.4180000
11.4310000
11.4320000
Entrepreneurial Ventures
Financial Literacy
International Business and Marketing
Business Procedures (CBE)
Business Internship 1A
6th period
Business Internship 1B
5th period
Computer Science
Computer Applications I
Business Communication and
Presentation (Multimedia)
Computing in the Modern World
Beginning Programming
Fundamentals of Web Design
Advanced Web Design
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
11.4160010
AP Computer Science A
Y
1.0
Computer #
Marketing Sales and
Service/Fashion
International Business and Marketing
Marketing Principles
Engineering
Foundations of Engineering &
Technology
Engineering Concepts
Term
Credit
None
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
Sophomores, juniors, & seniors only
Application; School Web Site, Juniors
and seniors only
AP Commitment Form; Math teacher
recommendation; Sophomores,
juniors, and seniors only
Prerequisite
Y
Y
Term
Y
1.0
1.0
Credit
1.0
Juniors and seniors only
None
Prerequisite
None
Y
1.0
Y
Term
1.0
Credit
Y
1.0
None
48.4450000
Engineering Applications
Architectural Engineering
Drawing & Design
Introduction to Engineering Drawing
& Design
Architectural Drawing & Design I
Foundations of Engineering &
Technology
Engineering Concepts
Prerequisite
Y
1.0
48.4460000
Computer #
17.0110001
36.0510001
36.0510002
36.0110001
36.0120001
36.0130001
36.0220001
36.0250001
36.0270001
36.0540001
36.0540002
36.0540003
Computer #
50.4211001
Architectural Drawing & Design II
Health/Physical Education
General Health
Personal Fitness
Advanced Personal Fitness
General PE 1
General PE 2
General PE 3
Lifetime Sports
Outdoor Education
Recreational Games
Weight Training I
Weight Training II
Weight Training III
Visual Art
Intro to Art
Y
Term
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Term
S
1.0
Credit
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
Credit
0.5
Intro to Engineering Drawing &
Design
Architectural Drawing & Design I
Prerequisite
None
Sophomores/juniors/seniors only
Personal Fitness
None
None
None
None
Juniors/seniors only
None
None
Weight Training I
Weight Training II
Prerequisite
None
07.0920000
Computer #
07.4411000
07.4831000
06.4143000
08.4740000
Computer #
21.4250000
21.4710000
21.4720000
Computer #
48.4410000
50.4411001
50.4411002
50.4412001
50.4412002
50.4611001
50.4611002
50.4612001
50.4612002
50.4313001
50.4313002
50.4322001
50.4322002
50.4511001
50.4431001
50.4431002
50.4432001
50.4711001
50.4711002
50.4712001
50.4712002
50.4721001
50.4721002
50.4724001
50.4724002
50.4811010
Ceramics 1
Ceramics 2
Ceramics 3
Ceramics 4
Sculpture 1
Sculpture 2
Sculpture 3
Sculpture 4
Drawing & Painting 1
Drawing & Painting 2
Drawing & Painting 3
Drawing & Painting 4
Printmaking
Jewelry Design 1
Jewelry Design 2
Jewelry Design 3
Photo Design 1
Photo Design 2
Photo Design 3
Photo Design 4
Commercial Design 1
Commercial Design 2
Computer Art 1
Computer Art 2
AP Drawing Portfolio
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Y
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
1.0
50.4813010
AP 2-D Design Portfolio
Y
1.0
50.4814010
AP 3-D Design Portfolio
Y
1.0
Computer #
53.0230010
53.0841001
53.0841002
53.0941001
53.0941002
53.0581000
Music
AP Music Theory
Guitar 1A
Guitar 1B
Piano Lab 1A
Piano Lab 1B
Orchestra I, II, III, IV – String
Orchestra
Orchestra I, II, III, IV – Concert Orch.
Orchestra I,II,III, IV - Philharmonia
Orch.
Orchestra I, II, III, IV - Chamber
Orch.
Advanced Mixed Chorus
Advanced Women's Chorus
Advanced Unchanged Voices Select
Women’s Choir
Chamber Singers
Band I, II, III, IV - Chamber Band
Band I, II, III, IV – Concert Band
Term
Y
S
S
S
S
Y
Credit
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
1.0
Intro to Art
Ceramics 1
Ceramics 2
Ceramics 3
Intro to Art
Sculpture 1
Sculpture 2
Sculpture 3
Intro to Art
Drawing & Painting 1
Drawing & Painting 2
Drawing & Painting 3
Intro to Art
Intro to Art
Jewelry Design 1, 10-12 grade only
Jewelry Design 2, 10-12 grade only
Intro to Art
Photo Design 1
Photo Design 2
Photo Design 3
Intro to Art
Commercial Design 1
Intro to Art
Computer Art 1
Drawing & Painting 2, Portfolio
review and AP Commitment Form
Drawing & Painting 1, Com Design 1
or Computer Art 1, Portfolio Review
or Photo Design 2 and Portfolio
Review and AP Commitment Form
Sculpture 1, Ceramics 1 or Ceramics
2 or Sculpture 2 + Portfolio Review,
AP Commitment Form
Prerequisite
AP Commitment Form
None
Guitar 1A
None
Piano Lab 1A
Audition
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
Audition
Audition
Y
1.0
Audition
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
Audition
Audition
Audition
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
Audition
By Audition
By Audition
53.0582000
53.0583000
53.0584000
54.0231000
54.0261000
54.0223000
53.0751000
53.0381000
53.0382000
53.0383000
53.0384000
Computer #
52.0610001
52.0610002
52.0620001
52.0620002
52.0410001
52.0420001
52.0430000
52.0510001
52.0510002
52.0520001
52.0520002
Computer #
23.2610052
Band I, II, III, IV - Symphonic Band
Band I, II, III, IV – Wind Ensemble
Drama
Acting 1A
Acting 1B
Acting 2A
Acting 2B
Technical Theater 1
Technical Theater 2
Technical Theater 3
Adv Drama 1A
Adv Drama 1B
Adv Drama 2A
Adv Drama 2B
TAG
th
Gifted 9 Grade Lit/Com
Y
Y
Term
S
S
S
S
S
S
Y
S
S
S
S
Term
Y
1.0
1.0
Credit
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
1.0
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
Credit
1.0
26.2120040
Gifted Biology Honors
Y
1.0
27.2920040
Gifted Accelerated Integrated
Geometry Honors
Y
1.0
45.2570005
Gifted American Government/Civics
S
0.5
70.2330008
70.2330009
70.2340008
70.2340009
70.2210001
70.2210002
70.2220001
70.2220002
70.2320001
70.2320002
70.2330001
70.2330002
70.2340001
70.2340002
Computer #
23.0910020
Gifted Participation 9
Gifted Participation 10
Gifted Participation 11
Gifted Participation 12
Gifted Career Internship 1A
Gifted Career Internship 1B
Gifted Career Internship 2A
Gifted Career Internship 2B
Gifted Directed Study 1A
Gifted Directed Study 1B
Gifted Directed Study 2A
Gifted Directed Study 2B
Gifted Directed Study 3A
Gifted Directed Study 3B
ESOL
th
ESOL 9 Grade Lit/Comp
Y
Y
Y
Y
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Term
Y
n/c
n/c
n/c
n/c
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
Credit
1.0
23.0920009
23.0510020
23.0940009
55.0210000
55.0240000
ESOL 10th Grade Lit/Comp
Sheltered American Lit/Comp
ESOL 12th Grade Lit/Comp
Communication Skills I
Oral Communication in Content
Areas
Reading and Listening in Content
Area
Communication Skills II
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Prerequisite
None
Acting 1A
Audition
Audition
None
Technical Theater I
Application/juniors and seniors only
Acting 1B
Acting 1B
Audition
Audition
Prerequisite
TAG Program; application/selection
as content area for gifted
participation
TAG Program; application/selection
as content area for gifted
participation
TAG Program; application/selection
as content area for gifted
participation
TAG Program; application/selection
as content area for gifted
participation
Application
Application
Application
Application
Application, Juniors/Seniors only
Application, Juniors/Seniors only
Application, Juniors/Seniors only
Application, Juniors/Seniors only
Application
Application
Application
Application
Application
Application
Prerequisite
Enrollment in ESOL; ACCESS Score
2-5
ESOL; ACCESS Score 2-5
ESOL; ACCESS Score 2-5
ESOL; ACCESS Score 2-5
ESOL; ACCESS Score 1
ESOL; ACCESS Score 1
Y
1.0
ESOL; ACCESS Score 1
Y
1.0
ESOL; ACCESS Score 2-3
55.0230000
55.0220000
By Audition
By Audition
Computer #
35.0610001
Study Skills
Freshman Focus
Term
S
Credit
0.5
35.0510001
Academic and Life Skills
S
0.5
Computer #
IRR
Term Credit
Please Note: TT = Team Taught
SC = Self Contained
17.8110071
General Health – team taught
S
0.5
23.8610070
Freshman Language Arts – TT
Y
1.0
23.8610080
Freshman Language Arts – SC/MC
Y
1.0
23.8620070
Sophomore Language Arts – TT
Y
1.0
23.8620080
Sophomore Language Arts – SC/MC Y
1.0
23.8510070
Junior Language Arts – team taught
Y
1.0
23.8510080
Junior Language Arts – SC/MC
Y
1.0
23.8630071
World Lit & Comp – team taught
S
0.5
23.0630081
World Lit & Comp – SC/MC
Y
1.0
23.8660071
Contemporary Lit – team taught
S
0.5
23.8660081
Contemporary Lit – SC/MC
S
0.5
26.8120070
Biology – team taught
Y
1.0
26.8120080
Biology - SC/MC
Y
1.0
40.8110070
Physical Science - team taught
Y
1.0
40.8110080
Physical Science – SC/MC
Y
1.0
40.8510070
Chemistry – team taught
Y
1.0
26.8640070
Earth Systems – team taught
Y
1.0
26.8640080
Earth Systems – SC/MC
Y
1.0
26.8610070
Environmental Science – team taught Y
1.0
40.8811070
Physics – team taught
Y
1.0
27.8810070
Integrated Advanced Algebra – TT
Y
1.0
Integrated Advanced Algebra – SC/MC Y
27.8810080
1.0
27.8440070
Integrated Advanced Algebra
Y
1.0
Support – team taught
27.8440080
Integrated Advanced Algebra
Y
1.0
Support – SC/MC
27.8820070
Integrated Geometry – team taught
Y
1.0
27.8820080
Integrated Geometry – SC/MC
Y
1.0
27.8450070
Integrated Geometry Support – TT
Y
1.0
Integrated Geometry Support – SC/MC Y
27.8450080
1.0
27.0830070
Integrated Algebra II – TT
Y
1.0
State app req
Integrated Algebra II Support - TT
Y
1.0
Integrated Algebra II Support – SC/MC Y
State app req
1.0
State app req
Integrated Algebra II Support - TT
Y
1.0
27.8530080
Math Money Management – SC
Y
1.0
27.8540080
Concepts of Probability & Stat – SC
Y
1.0
27.8640070
Algebra II – team taught
Y
1.0
27.8661070
Algebra III – team taught
Y
1.0
27.8650070
Advanced Algebra/Trig – team taught Y
1.0
27.8690070
Discrete Math/Statistics – TT
Y
1.0
27.8710070
Calculus – team taught
Y
1.0
45.8511071
American Govt/Civics – team taught
S
0.5
American Government/Civics – SC/MC S
45.8511081
0.5
45.8830070
World History – team taught
Y
1.0
Prerequisite
Open to all in Grade 9 and 10;
required if failed 2 or more classes
previous semester
Open to all in Grade 11 and 12;
required if failed 2 or more classes
previous semester
Prerequisite
MC = Modified Curriculum
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
45.8830080
45.8810070
45.8810080
45.8610071
45.8610081
60.8710070
60.8720070
60.8730070
60.8740070
60.8110070
60.8120070
32.8110000
35.8510080
35.8520080
35.8530080
35.8540080
35.8610080
35.8620080
35.8630080
35.8640080
47.8910070
47.8980070
47.8980079
Computer #
23.0530010
World History – SC/MC
US History – team taught
US History – SC/MC
Economics – team taught
Economics – SC/MC
Spanish I – team taught
Spanish II – team taught
Spanish III – team taught
Spanish IV – team taught
French I – team taught
French II – team taught
CTI Work Experience
Social Skills 1
Social Skills 2
Occupational Awareness
Occupational Planning
Study Skills 1
Study Skills 2
Study Skills 3
Study Skills 4
Career Co-op Class
Co-op Work IA
Co-op Work IB
Advanced Placement Courses
AP Language/American Lit./Comp.
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Term
Y
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
Credit
1.0
23.0650010
AP Literature & Composition
Y
1.0
27.0720010
AP Calculus – AB
Y
1.0
27.0730010
AP Calculus – BC
Y
1.0
27.0740010
AP Statistics
Y
1.0
11.0160010
AP Computer Science A
Y
1.0
26.0140010
AP Biology
Y
1.0
26.0620010
AP Environmental Science
Y
1.0
40.0530010
AP Chemistry
Y
1.0
40.0830010
AP Physics B
Y
1.0
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
IEP placement
Prerequisite
AP Commitment Form; 85+ H or 95+
regular in Sophomore Language Arts
AP Commitment Form; 85+ Honors
or 85+ AP Language or 95+ regular
American Literature
AP Commitment Form; 88+ Honors
Pre-calculus or 95+ Advanced
Algebra/Trigonmetry
AP Commitment Form; 95+ Honors
Pre-calculus
AP Commitment Form; Passed
Advanced Algebra/Trig or
Accelerated Integrated Geometry
Honors 83+
AP Commitment Contract and Math
Teacher recommendation
85+ Biology H/Chemistry H /95+
Biology/Chemistry/ 85+ Physics;
comp. Geometry; AP Commitment
Form
85+ in Biology and Chemistry, AP
Commitment Form
85+ Chemistry H or 95+ Chemistry
or 80+ Physics & 85+ Algebra II; AP
Commitment Form
95+ Chemistry or 85+ Chemistry H;
90+ Algebra II; 85+ Physics; AP
Commitment Form
40.2842011
AP Physics C - Mechanics
S
0.5
40.2842012
S
0.5
45.0811010
AP Physics C – Electricity &
Magnetism
AP World History
Y
1.0
45.0820010
AP US History
Y
1.0
45.0620011
AP Macroeconomics
S
0.5
45.0630011
AP Microeconomics
S
0.5
45.0840010
AP European History
Y
1.0
45.0160010
AP Psychology
Y
1.0
45.0770010
AP Human Geography
Y
1.0
45.0530011
AP Government/Politics Comparative
S
0.5
45.0520011
AP Government/Politics U.S.
S
0.5
60.0170010
AP French Language
Y
1.0
61.0170010
AP German Language
Y
1.0
61.0470010
AP Latin Vergil
Y
1.0
60.0770010
AP Spanish Language
Y
1.0
62.0196010
AP Chinese Language and Culture
Y
1.0
50.4811010
AP Drawing Portfolio
Y
1.0
50.4813010
AP 2-D Design Portfolio
Y
1.0
50.4814010
AP 3-D Design Portfolio
Y
1.0
53.0230010
Computer #
70.0110001
35.0410001
07.7930000
13.0110000
AP Music Theory
Mentorship Experiences
Mentorship
Peer Facilitation
Youth Apprenticeship Work Program
Examining the Teaching Profession
Y
Term
S
S
Y
Y
1.0
Credit
0.5
0.5
1.0
1.0
85+ AP Physics B or 95+ Physics,
enrolled in AP Calculus; AP
Commitment Form
Completion of Physics C Mechanics; AP Commitment Form
AP Commitment Form; 90 average in
American Government/Civics & 90+
Honors Lang. Arts/sophomore
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in H LA
& World History
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in prev.
Social Stud course
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in prev.
Social Stud course
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in H LA
& World History
AP Commitment Form; 85+ in prev.
SS/juniors and seniors only
AP Commitment Form; 85 minimum
average/juniors & seniors only
AP Commitment Form; 85 in
previous Social Studies
course/juniors and seniors only
AP Commitment Form;
Juniors/Seniors
85+ French IV H; Completion of AP
Commitment Form
85+ German III or IV Honors;
Completion of AP Commitment Form
85+ Roman History or Roman Myths;
Completion of AP Commitment Form
85+ Spanish IV Honors; Completion
of AP Commitment Form
Completion of AP Commitment Form
and placement test
Drawing & Painting 2, Portfolio
Review; AP Commitment Form
Drawing & Painting 1, Graphic
Design or Computer Art 1, portfolio
review OR Photo Design 2 and
Portfolio Review and AP
Commitment Form
Sculpture 1, Ceramics 1 OR Ceramics 2
OR Sculpture 2 plus Portfolio Review, AP
Commitment Form
AP Commitment Form
Prerequisite
Seniors only; application
Seniors only; application
Application; juniors/seniors only
Juniors/Seniors; GPA, attendance,
and discipline standards; Application;
must provide transportation
Computer #
23.0630400
Dual Enrollment (College Courses)
College English
Term
Y
Credit
1.2
45.0610409
College Economics
Fall only
College Public Speaking/Speech
Spring only
College Calculus 2 *
S
0.6
S
0.6
S
0.8
23.0460400
27.0750405
27.0750406
College Calculus 3 *
S
0.8
*taught on campus though distance learning
Prerequisite
Acceptance to Georgia Perimeter
College
Acceptance to Georgia Perimeter
College
Acceptance to Georgia Perimeter
College
AP Calculus BC; Acceptance to
Georgia Tech
College Calculus 2
GHSGT AND EOCT REQUIREMENT
Georgia High School Graduation Test (GHSGT) consists of five sections: Writing, Math,
Science, Social Studies, and English; students must pass all five sections. The Writing test is
offered in September and the subject area tests in March of the student’s junior year. In
addition to earning all appropriate and required credits, students must have passed all
five GHSGT sections to graduate and participate in the graduation ceremony. The only
exception to the rule would be granted by the Georgia DOE via a variance or a waiver and
are difficult to obtain due to a long checklist of requirements.
End of Course Tests (EOCT) are state required tests for certain courses including Integrated
Advanced Algebra, Integrated Advanced Geometry, US History, Economics, Ninth Grade
Literature and Composition, American Literature and Composition, Biology, and Physical
Science. The EOCT counts as the course final exam, which is 15% of the final grade for the
semester in which the EOCT is taken.
Course Descriptions
ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP)
The College Board Advanced Placement (AP) courses listed below will be offered if sufficient enrollment
exists. Students enrolled in AP classes are expected to remain in the course for a minimum of one
semester. Most courses have required summer reading and/or summer assignments. Summer
reading/assignments will be posted at www.northviewhigh.com prior to the last week of school.
Advanced Placement Studio Art Courses
The three Advanced Placement Studio Art courses enable highly motivated students to do college-level
work in studio art while still in high school. AP Studio Art is not based on a written examination: Instead,
candidates submit a portfolio of work for evaluation in early May. Advanced Placement work does involve
significantly more time and commitment than most high school courses. Therefore, the program is
intended for students seriously committed to studying art. Prerequisites vary by course.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Drawing Portfolio
Course Number: 50.4811010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting 2 and a portfolio review; AP Commitment Contract
Description: Drawn and Painted artworks only are accepted in this portfolio by the College Board.
Course Name: Advanced Placement 2-D Design Portfolio
Course Number: 50.4813010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Drawing and painting 1and Graphic Design or Computer Art 1 plus portfolio review OR
Photo design 2 plus portfolio review; AP Commitment Contract
Description: A combination of photography, computer art, drawing, and painting are accepted in this
portfolio by the College Board.
Course Name: Advanced Placement 3-D Design Portfolio
Course Number: 50.4814010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Ceramics 2 and a portfolio review OR Ceramics 1 and Sculpture 1 plus a portfolio review
OR Sculpture 2 and a portfolio review; AP Commitment Contract
Description: A combination of media including, ceramic, paper, wire, stone, wood, and mixed media are
used to create the three dimensional artwork in this portfolio.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Music Theory
Course Number: 53.0230010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, Juniors/Seniors only
Description: This course will develop a student's ability to recognize, understand and describe the basic
materials and processes of music that are heard or presented in a score. The student will develop aural,
sight- singing, written, compositional, and analytical skills. These will be developed through listening
exercises, performance, written exercises, creative exercises and analytical exercises. The course will
instill mastery of the rudiments and terminology of music.
Course Name:
Advanced Placement Language/American Literature/Composition
Course Number: 23.0530010
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract prior Honors Language Arts classes preferable; 85 honors or
95 regular in Sophomore Language Arts; Open to juniors.
Description: This course is a chronological and thematic study of significant works in American literature
and genres of writing. Students must demonstrate mastery of written expression that includes analysis of
authors' styles, including tone, diction, syntax, rhetorical patterns, and use of figurative language. The
majority of works studied will be non-fiction. Students are required to complete summer assignments
between their sophomore and junior year. The College Board administers a culminating assessment,
including multiple-choice questions and free response composition that could result in earned college
credits.
Course Name: Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0650010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract prior AP Language or Honors Language Arts classes
preferable;85 AP Lang or 90 honors or 95 regular in American Literature; Open to seniors.
Description: In this course, students engage in the careful analysis of literary works. Through such study
they sharpen their awareness of language and their understanding of the writer's craft. Writing
assignments focus on the critical analysis of literature and include expository and persuasive essays, as
well as analytical research. Students intensively study works from various genres and periods of
literature. Students are required to complete summer assignments between their junior and senior years.
The College Board administers a culminating assessment in May, including multiple choice questions and
free response composition that could result in earned college credits.
Course Name: Advanced Placement French Language
Course Number: 60.0170010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: 88 or above in French IV Honors and AP Commitment Contract
Description: The French language course is intended to help advanced students develop a greater
proficiency in speaking, listening, writing and reading. The AP examination measures proficiency in the
language and evaluates the level of performance in the use of the language, both in understanding
written and spoken French and in responding in correct and idiomatic French. Listening and reading are
tested in the multiple-choice section; writing and speaking are tested in the free-response section. The
portion of the examination devoted to each skill counts for one-fourth of the final grade. A solid
background in the French language is recommended.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Latin Vergil
Course Number: 61.0470010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 85 or above Roman History or Roman Myths and AP Commitment Contract
Description: The basic objective of this course is progress in reading, understanding, and interpreting
original Latin works. Students are expected to translate accurately the literature they are reading from
Latin into English and to demonstrate a grasp of the grammatical structure and vocabulary used by the
author. Also included in the course work is a study of the political, social and cultural background of the
work being read. The examination devotes 40-55 minutes to multiple-choice questions on Latin sightreading and 65- 80 minutes to brief essays on required reading per course.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Spanish Language
Course Number: 60.070010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 85 or above in Spanish IV H and AP Commitment Contract
Description: The AP Spanish Language course covers the equivalent of a third-year college course in
advanced Spanish writing and conversation. It encompasses aural/ oral skills, reading comprehension,
grammar, and composition. Students taking such a course emphasize the use of Spanish for active
communication. The course content might best reflect intellectual interests shared by the student and
teacher the arts, history, current events, literature, culture, sports, etc.. Materials might include recordings,
films, newspapers, and magazines. The course seeks to develop language skills that are useful in
themselves and that can be applied to various activities and disciplines rather than to the mastery of any
specific subject matter. Extensive training in the organizations and writing of compositions is an integral
part of the AP Spanish Language course.
Course Name: Advanced Placement German Language
Course Number: 61.0170010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 85 or above in German 3H and AP Commitment Contract
Description: The AP German course is an intensive course which prepares students for the College
Board’s AP exam, and is usually considered the equivalent of one year of college study. Students work
on all aspects of the language to improve their comprehension skills as well as oral and written
production. Specific topics of study are at the discretion of the teacher.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Chinese Language and Culture
Course Number: 60.0196010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract and placement test
Description: The class will prepare students for the College Board examination in Chinese Language. It
is based on Mandarin Chinese.
Course Name: AP Calculus AB
Course Number: 27.0720010
Term: Y
Grade: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, 83+ Pre-Calculus Honors or 98+ Advanced Algebra/Trig
Description: This course follows the College Board syllabus for the AP exam and is a college level
mathematics course. This course covers one semester of college calculus. Calculus is the mathematics of
change and motion and the concepts are based on infinite process. AP Calculus examines problems in 4
ways: graphically, numerically, analytically, and in written expression. Topics include properties of
functions and graphs, limits and continuity, differential calculus, and integral calculus. All students
enrolled in AP Calculus AB are required to take the AP Examination in May if they are passing this course
prior to the AP Examinations.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Statistics
Course Number: 27.0740010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, Passed Advanced Algebra/Trig or Accelerated Integrated
Geometry Honors 83+
Description: This course follows the College Board syllabus for the AP exam and is a college level
mathematics course. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools
for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad
conceptual themes: (1) Exploring Data: observing patterns and departures from patterns (2) Planning a
Study: Deciding what and how to measure (3) Anticipating Patterns: Producing models using probability
and simulation (4) Statistical Inference: Confirming models. Students who do well in this class have very
good problems solving skills and very good writing skills. It is important to understand that students must
be able to explain their answers using arguments, graphs, and statistical skills that they will learn in the
course. All students enrolled in AP Statistics are required to take the AP Examination in May if they are
passing this course at the time of the exam.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Calculus BC
Course Number: 27.0730010
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, 93+ Pre-Calculus Honors
Description: This course follows the College Board syllabus for the AP exam and is a college level
mathematics course. This course covers two semesters of college calculus. Calculus is the mathematics
of change and motion and the concepts are based on infinite process. AP Calculus examines problems in
4 ways: graphically, numerically, analytically, and in written expression. Topics of AP Calculus AB are
covered and additional topics covered in BC Calculus include vector functions, parametric equations,
conversions, parametrically defined curves, tangent lines, sequences and series, integration techniques,
and calculus of polar equations. All students enrolled in AP Calculus BC are required to take the AP
Examination in May if they are passing this course prior to the AP Examinations.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Computer Science A
Course Number: 11.4160010
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Math teacher recommendation, AP Commitment Contract, Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: This year long course is designed to be the equivalent of one semester-long college
introductory course in programming. The course is geared toward preparing students to take the College
Board’s Advanced Placement Exam. Major emphasis is on programming using the language JAVA, on
programming methodology, and problem solving. Students will learn to create interesting projects such as
business and educational computer AP Registration Forms using JAVA. Software engineering, computer
hardware systems, new computer technologies and the social implications of computing typical first-year
college level computer science topics are integrated into this course. Students are trained on the multiplechoice and free-response questions that are on the AP Exam
Course Name: AP Biology
Course Number: 26.0140010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ Biology H/Chemistry H or 95+ Biology/Chemistry; Enrolled in/Completed Physics;
Complete AP Commitment Contract
Description: This course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology course
usually taken by biology majors. The goal of this course is to provide students with the conceptual
framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing
science of biology. Topics include molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, and organisms and
populations. In addition, extensive laboratory work is required that demonstrates a student's mastery of
laboratory science skills and knowledge. The AP examination devotes 90 minutes to multiple-choice
questions and 90 minutes to four essays.
Course Name: AP Environmental Science
Course Number: 26.0620010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ in Bio & Chemistry; Completed Phys Science or Enrolled in/Completed Physics; AP
Commitment Contract
Description: This course provides students with an overview of ecosystems and how they work, the
human population, major global problems, energy resources and pollution, sustaining biodiversity and
ecological integrity. In addition, extensive laboratory work is required that demonstrates a student's
mastery of laboratory science skills and knowledge.
Course Name: AP Chemistry
Course Number: 40.01100004
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ Chemistry H or 95+ Chemistry and 90+ Integrated Geometry; Enrolled in/Completed
Physics; AP Commitment Contract
Description: This course provides students the opportunity to attain a depth of understanding of
fundamentals and a reasonable competence to deal with chemical problems. The course also develops
the students' abilities to think clearly and to express their ideas, orally and in writing, with clarity and logic.
An extensive laboratory experience, equivalent to that of a college course, is provided for all Advanced
Placement Chemistry students. The AP Chemistry Exam consists of two main parts. The first part of the
exam constitutes 50% of the final grade and covers broad factual knowledge. The second part constitutes
50% of the final grade and requires the student to demonstrate reasoning abilities by the application of
chemical principles to problem solving learned in the laboratory and in the classroom. The AP
examination devotes 90 minutes to multiple-choice questions and 95 minutes to free response problems,
short essays, and chemical reactions.
Course Name: AP Physics B
Course Number: 40.0830010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ in Chemistry H or 95+ Chemistry; 90+ Integrated Algebra II; 85+ Physics; AP
Commitment Contract
Description: This course provides a systematic introduction to the main principles of physics and
emphasizes the development of problem solving ability. In most colleges, this is a one-year terminal
course including a laboratory component and is not the usual preparation for more advanced physics and
engineering courses. However, the B course provides a foundation in physics for students in the life
sciences, pre-medicine, and some applied sciences, as well as other fields not directly related to science.
The Physics B exam covers topics in mechanics, electricity and magnetism, fluid mechanics and thermal
physics, waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics.
Course Name: AP Physics C - Mechanics
Course Number: 40.2842011
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: 85+ AP Physics B or 95+ Physics, enrolled in AP Calculus; AP Commitment Form
Description: This course is the first of two parts of the college sequence that serves as the foundation in
physics for students majoring in the physical sciences or engineering. Methods of calculus are used
wherever appropriate in formulating physical principles and in applying them to physical problems. The
sequence is more intensive and analytic than that in the B course. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a
variety of challenging problems. The Physics C exams correspond to the Physics C course sequence.
Course Name: AP Physics C - Electricity & Magnetism
Course Number: 40.2842012
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Completion of AP Physics C - Mechanics; AP Commitment Contract
Description: Electromagnetism, oscillations, gravitation, electrostatics and magnetostatics, electric
current and circuits, capacitance and capacitors, sound, light, modern physics. Methods of calculus are
used wherever appropriate in formulating physical principles and in applying them to physical problems.
The sequence is more intensive and analytic than that in the B course. Strong emphasis is placed on
solving a variety of challenging problems. The Physics C exams correspond to the Physics C course
sequence.
Course Name: Advanced Placement World History
Course Number: 45.0811010
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: Sophomore, AP Commitment Contract required, 90+ in Honors Language Arts and 90+
in American Government/Civics
Description: While offered in the tenth grade, this is a college-level course and is taught with appropriate
expectations. Students should have higher-level analytical skills and a strong commitment to maintaining
the study time and self-discipline required of an AP course. This global approach to world history
compares numerous societies, their cultures, and the ways they impact major historical periods.
Extensive reading including a summer reading assignment prior to beginning the course, document
analysis, and essay writing are important components of this course. Students take the three-hour
College Board Exam in May. It consists of 70 multiple-choice questions, 2 free-response essays, and one
document-based essay.
Course Name: Advanced Placement U.S. History
Course Number: 45.0820010
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: Junior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in Honors Language Arts and World
History
Description: Using a college-level textbook, this course traces the history of the major issues involved in
the founding and development of the United States. Students will do extensive reading, including a
summer reading assignment prior to beginning the course. Analysis of documents, discussions, and
essay writing are major components of the course. Students take the three-hour College Board Exam in
May. It consists of multiple-choice questions and essays, one of which is a document-based essay.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Government/Politics Comparative
Course Number: 45.0530011
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This one-semester, introductory college-level course compares world governments,
focusing on Great Britain, Russia/the former Soviet Union, China, Mexico, Nigeria, and Iran. Using
analytical methods, students develop an understanding of typical patterns of political processes and
behavior and their consequences; compare and contrast political institutions and processes across
countries and to derive generalizations; analyze and interpret basic data relevant to comparative
government and politics. Students will prepare for taking the College Board Exam given in May
consisting of multiple-choice and free-response essays.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Government/Politics U.S.
Course Number: 45.0520011
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required
Description: This one-semester, introductory college-level course gives students an analytical
perspective on government and politics in the United Sates. It includes both the study of general
concepts used to interpret US government and politics and the analysis of specific examples. It requires
familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute US government and
politics. Students will prepare for taking the College Board Exam given in May consisting of multiplechoice and free-response essays. May be substituted for American Government/Civics credit
Course Name: Advanced Placement European History
Course Number: 45.0840010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in Honors Language Arts and World
History
Description: This in-depth, college-level course covers European history from the 14th century to the
present. Extensive reading including a summer reading assignment prior to beginning the course,
document analysis, and essay writing are important components of this course. Students take the threehour College Board Exam in May. It focuses on three themes: political-diplomatic issues, social-economic
issues, and intellectual-cultural issues; and it consists of 70 multiple-choice questions, 2 free-response
essays, and one document-based essay
Course Name: Advanced Placement Macroeconomics
Course Number: 45.0620011
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This college-level course fulfills core curriculum graduation requirements for 0.5 credits for
Economics. Students study the structure of the economy as a whole, with emphasis on topics such as:
national income accounting; economic performance measures; and international economics. Students will
take the EOCT End-of-Course Test during the final part of the semester if this is the only economics
course being taken. If the student takes the EOCT, a “graded experience project” will replace the final
exam. Students also take the College Board Exam in May. The exam consists of two sections: a 70minute multiple-choice section, and a 50-minute essay section. If this course is taken during the first
semester, students will meet with the teacher for review in April, prior to the May College Board Exam.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Microeconomics
Course Number: 45.0630011
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This college-level course fulfills core curriculum graduation requirements for 0.5 credits for
Economics. In contrast to AP Macroeconomics, which “studies the forest,” AP Microeconomics “studies
the trees.” Students study specific economic units such as an individual industry, a firm, or a household.
Topics include the functioning of individuals in the marketplace, including the function of product markets,
factor markets, and the role of the government in such processes. Students will take the End-of-Course
Test (EOCT) during the final part of the semester if this is the only economics course being taken. If the
student takes the EOCT, a “graded experience project” will replace the final exam. Students also take the
College Board Exam in May. The exam consists of two sections: a 70-minute multiple-choice section, and
a 50-minute essay section. If this course is taken during the first semester, students will meet with the
teacher for review in April, prior to the May College Board Exam.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Human Geography
Course Number: 45.0770010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85 minimum average
Description: This in-depth course focuses on the cultures, practices, and contributions of various
countries and their cultures. As they learn about humankind’s relationship with its environment, students
study about such topics as: population patterns; cultural similarities and differences; political boundaries;
urban growth; and the modern agricultural revolution. If this course is taken during the first semester,
students will meet with the teacher for review in April, prior to the May College Board Exam.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Psychology
Course Number: 45.0160010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This course introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of behavior and
mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students learn about the major subfields of
psychology including research methodology; the biological basis of behavior; sensation and perception;
learning; cognition; motivation and emotion; developmental psychology; personality; intelligence; and
abnormal psychology. Psychology is a multi-disciplinarian subject. It is both a science and a social
science. The various units of study require that students be able to understand concepts from both a
science and social science perspective. Students are required to complete a research project.
ARCHITECTURAL ENGINEERING DRAWING & DESIGN
The purpose of these courses is to explore all aspects of drafting from basic fundamentals and basic
construction to architectural drafting. Computer-aided design/drafting is utilized during all phases of
drafting.
Course Name: Introduction to Engineering Drawing & Design
Course Number: 48.44100
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course is a foundation course that serves as an introduction to the drafting and design
field and is a prerequisite to all other courses in the Engineering Drawing and Design program. Emphasis
is placed on safety, geometric construction, fundamentals of Computer-Aided Drafting, and multi-view
drawings. Students learn drafting techniques through the study of geometric construction at which time
they are introduced to computer-aided drafting and design.
Course Name: Architectural Drawing and Design I
Course Number: 48.44500
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Engineering Drawing & Design, Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description:
This course introduces students to the basic terminology, concepts, and principles of architectural design.
Emphasis is placed on house designs, floor plans, roof designs, elevations interior and exterior,
schedules, and foundations.
Course Name: Architectural Drawing and Design II
Course Number: 48.44600
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Architectural Drawing and Design, Juniors/Seniors
Description:
This course builds on the skills developed in Architectural Drawing and Design I. Emphasis is placed on
schedules, plumbing, heating and air, graphic presentations, plot/site plans, specifications, and building
estimations.
ART
Course Name: Introduction to Art
Course Number: 50.4211001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: The gateway class to every other art course at Northview. This semester course is an
introduction to drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, ceramics, and journaling with an
emphasis on the understanding and use of the elements and principles of design.
Course Name: Drawing and Painting 1
Course Number: 50.4313001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: This course explores a variety of drawing techniques and a wide range of media such as
but not limited to; pencil, charcoal, oil pastels, pastels, colored pencil, conte crayon) with emphasis on
developing basic drawing skills and an introduction to painting.
Course Name/Course Number:
Drawing and Painting 2 50.4313002
Drawing and Painting 3 50.4322001
Drawing and Painting 4 50.4322002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting I, II, III respectively
Description: These courses are designed for those students who wish to further explore drawing and
painting techniques. Drawing and painting problems become more complex and students assume more
independence at each sequential course level.
Course Name: Sculpture 1
Course Number: 50.4611001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: Students experiment in three-dimensional design, using a variety of materials such as
paper, marble, wood, clay and wire. In this class, students learn the additive, subtractive, modeling, and
casting techniques while creating functional and decorative sculptures.
Course Name/Course Number:
Sculpture 2 50.4611002
Sculpture 3 50.4612001
Sculpture 4 50.4612002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Sculpture I, II and III respectively
Description: Students extend their study three-dimensional design using a variety of materials.
Course Name: Commercial Design 1
Course Number: 50.4721001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: Better known as Graphic Design this class focuses on using a variety of art processes and
techniques for commercial purposes, such as lettering, product and package design, advertising,
illustration, animation, video production, or theatrical design.
Course Name: Commercial Design 2
Course Number: 50.4721002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Commercial Design I
Description: Students extend the study begun in Commercial Design 1 of the art processes and
techniques involved with the arrangement of words, shapes or images or their combination to
communicate a concept directed toward a specific audience for a particular purpose or function.
Course Name: Ceramics 1
Course Number: 50.4411001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: Want to create usable dishes and fun clay sculptures? Then this class is for you! Students
need no prior experience to learn the hand-building techniques needed to create everything from a coffee
mug to a working table top water fountain. In addition, students will be given an introduction to wheelthrown pottery.
Course Name: Ceramics 2
Course Number: 50.4411002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Ceramics I
Description: This course continues with the methods and techniques learned in ceramics one and adds
wheel-thrown pottery techniques. Students will learn to throw pottery on the wheel to create vases, bowls,
mugs, and plates. Hand-built sculpture will also be taught in this course to add to your portfolio.
Course Name: Ceramics 3
Course Number: 50.4421001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Ceramics I and II
Description: This course is a combination of wheel-thrown and hand-built pottery based on student
interest.
Course Name: Ceramics 4
Course Number: 50. 4421002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Ceramics I, II and III
Description: Students extend their study of design in clay with the potter’s wheel, hand building and its
aesthetic qualities.
Course Name: Printmaking 1
Course Number: 50.4511001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: Students explore mono-printing and relief printmaking techniques while learning to create
artwork that can be reprinted multiple times as T- shirt designs, prints, and stickers.
Course Name: Photographic Design 1
Course Number: 50.4711001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: Students examine aspects of photography as an art form, including history, composition
and design. They develop and print black/white photos and special effects in the darkroom; photography
is explored through student-made pinhole cameras.
Course Name/Course Number:
Photographic Design 2 50.4711002
Photographic Design 3 50.4712001
Photographic Design 4 50.4712002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Photographic Design I, 2, and 3 respectively; POD
Description: Each course is an in-depth study of photography. Each student must have a manually
operated 35-mm camera.
Course Name: Computer Art 1
Course Number: 50.4724001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: This course focuses on studio art projects based in Adobe Photoshop. This course
introduces the use of computers as a medium for the production of original artwork and the
communication of ideas through print and multimedia presentations. The methods and vocabulary of
electronic drawing, painting and photographic imaging will be included.
Course Name: Computer Art 2
Course Number: 50.4724002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Computer Art 1
Description: A combination of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator are taught in Computer Art 2.
This course reinforces the use of computers as a medium for the production of original artwork and
heavily emphasizes drawing on the Computer with the aid of Waccom drawing tablets.
Course Name: Jewelry Design 1
Course Number: 50. 4431001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Intro to Art
Description: Want to make your own jewelry or gifts for others? Students study and learn a variety of
processes and techniques to design and create jewelry using hemp, beads, nickel silver, sterling silver,
pewter, copper, and aluminum.
Course Name: Jewelry Design 2
Course Number: 50.4431002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Jewelry Design I
Description: Students extend their study of processes and techniques to design and create jewelry.
Course Name: Jewelry Design 3
Course Number: 50.4432001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Jewelry Design II
Description: Students extend their study of Jewelry Design. Jewelry problems become more complex
and students assume more independence at each sequential course level.
Advanced Placement Studio Art Courses
The three Advanced Placement Studio Art courses enable highly motivated students to do college-level
work in studio art while still in high school. AP Studio Art is not based on a written examination: Instead,
candidates submit a portfolio of work for evaluation in early May. Advanced Placement work does involve
significantly more time and commitment than most high school courses. Therefore, the program is
intended for students seriously committed to studying art. Prerequisites vary by course.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Drawing Portfolio
Course Number: 50.4811010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Drawing and Painting 2 and a portfolio review; AP Commitment Contract
Description: Drawn and Painted artworks only are accepted in this portfolio by the College Board.
Course Name: Advanced Placement 2-D Design Portfolio
Course Number: 50.4813010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Drawing and painting 1and Graphic Design or Computer Art 1 plus portfolio review OR
Photo design 2 plus portfolio review; AP Commitment Contract
Description: A combination of photography, computer art, drawing, and painting are accepted in this
portfolio by the College Board.
Course Name: Advanced Placement 3-D Design Portfolio
Course Number: 50.4814010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Ceramics 2 and a portfolio review OR Ceramics 1 and Sculpture 1 plus a portfolio review
OR Sculpture 2 and a portfolio review; AP Commitment Contract
Description: A combination of media including, ceramic, paper, wire, stone, wood, and mixed media are
used to create the three dimensional artwork in this portfolio.
BROADCAST VIDEO PRODUCTION
Course Name: Broadcast/ Video Production 1
Course Number: 10.4111000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Request for Registration
Description: This course provides an introductory overview of television production with an emphasis on
the role of the television production team. Students are instructed on the correct operation of studio and
field production equipment as well as the history of television, scriptwriting, news reporting, and postproduction editing. This yearlong course will provide the basic knowledge required to progress on to the
advanced levels of the program. Extracurricular productions are a requirement of this program.
Course Name: Broadcast / Video Production 2
Course Number: 10.4121000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Broadcast / Video Production 1 and teacher recommendation
Description: Students complete advanced editing projects and work as crewmembers on the in-field and
field production to reinforce the television production process. Participants serve as reporters and
producers on segments of Northview’s television program. Students will work with computer-based editing
and 3D animation as part of the course. Leadership opportunities afford themselves to students as
producers of various departmental projects. Extracurricular productions are a requirement of this program.
Course Name: Broadcast /Video Production 3
Course Number: 10.4131000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Broadcast / Video Production 2, and teacher recommendation
Description: This third-year course provides students the opportunity to complete advanced editing
projects and direct student production groups. Participants learn advanced editing techniques for use
with both in and out of school productions. Students will be using nonlinear editing equipment as well as
3D animation and compositing software for their productions. Extracurricular productions are a
requirement of this program.
Course Name: Broadcast / Video Production 4
Course Number: 10.4141000
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Broadcast / Video Production 3 and teacher recommendation
Description: Students in Broadcast and Video Production IV will serve as producers for many of the
videos created in the program. BVPIV students will specialize in areas of production that they may pursue
in post-secondary education. During the course, students may work on portfolios for career or
educational advancement. Extracurricular participation is a mandatory part of the program.
BUSINESS
Course Name: Principles of Accounting I
Course Number: 07.4110000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: Planning to be a Business Major in college? Accounting is a MUST! Learn to implement
the steps of the accounting cycle. Simulations will provide students with opportunities to utilize their
accounting knowledge in operating different types of businesses.
Course Name: Principles of Accounting II
Course Number: 07.4120000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors/Seniors, Accounting I
Description: Are you thinking about pursuing a career in accounting and possibly becoming a financial
analyst for a corporation? Accounting II will provide you with an insight into the corporate world of
accounting. You will learn how to analyze articles of incorporation and how to make managerial decisions
based on accounting information. Simulations will provide you with opportunities to utilize your skills and
knowledge of corporate accounting principles.
Course Name: Banking/Investing
Course Number: 07.4211001
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: Examine various types of financial institutions with emphasis on the Federal Reserve, the
FDIC, checking instruments, interest rates, credit, banking products, and new technologies in banking. Do
you want to learn how to invest your money to maximize the potential return of your investment? If so,
this is the class to take! In this class you will earn how you make your money grow or appreciate for longterm financial goals. You will also learn how to analyze your spending and savings habits; analyze the
advantages and disadvantages of investing your money in mutual funds, stocks and bonds, and how to
assess the risk and return of your investment options. Simulations will provide you with opportunities to
invest money in various stock exchange markets, such as NASDAQ or New York Exchange.
Course Name: Legal Environment of Business (Business Law)
Course Number: 06.4150000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: While studying actual court cases, students will utilize the legal concepts necessary to help
them to analyze the facts, make an opinion, and conclude with an informed decision. Students will learn
the court system, perform Internet research, and discuss current events. Class activities include mock
trials, studying Court TV cases, and real-life applications of our legal system.
Course Name: Business Essentials
Course Number: 06.4160000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Is your dream to be a CEO? Explore management techniques, motivational strategies and
hands-on problem-solving skills while developing your leadership and communication abilities. Find out
what really goes on behind the desk as you aspire to become the next Bill Gates or Donald Trump.
Course Name: Entrepreneurial Ventures
Course Number: 06.4170000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: Explore the advantages and disadvantages of business ownership, personal
characteristics and skills required for entrepreneurs, opportunity recognition and pursuit, and problem
solving. Development of the components of a business plan is emphasized.
Course Name: Financial Literacy
Course Number: 07.4260000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: Want to know how to buy your own car? Open a checking account? Apply for a credit
card? Learn to do your taxes? All this and much more will be explored as you develop an awareness of
financial responsibilities with an emphasis on banking, credit, consumer rights, investing, taxes, and
budgeting.
Course Name: Business Procedures (CBE)
Course Number: 07.4621000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Application Process, Teacher Recommendation, Juniors/Seniors only
Description: The Business Procedures program is designed to prepare students to select, enter, and
advance in productive careers. The Business Procedures class curriculum develops basic knowledge,
skills, and abilities necessary for successful employment in areas of business. Participation in the Future
Business Leaders of America provides opportunities for leadership development, community service,
regional and state competition, and club sponsored activities.
Course Name: Business Internship 1A, 1B - one (1A) or two periods (1A and 1B) (CBE Work Study)
Course Number: 07.0910000 (6th period) and 07.0920000 (5th period)
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors/Seniors only
Description: The Business Internship program is designed to provide on-the-job training for students in
the Business Procedures program. Students are released for periods five and six to receive hands-on
learning through employment in a variety of office worksites. Students earn money while developing good
business attitudes, work ethics, and new skills. Prerequisite: Application Process, Juniors/Seniors only
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Course Name: Computer Applications I
Course Number: 07.4411000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Learn everything you need to know about computers using Microsoft Office. Students will
learn the basics of word processing Word, spreadsheets Excel, presentation software PowerPoint,
database management Access, desktop publishing Publisher, and career exploration. Document
formatting and basic computer functions will be covered, preparing the student for future study in the
Computing program. This course is an excellent way to learn the basic programs of Office 2003 and is
highly recommended as an introductory computer course.
Course Name: Business Communication and Presentation (Multimedia)
Course Number: 07.4831000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: The goal of this course is to provide students with skills of current technology. Emphasis is
placed on Microsoft PowerPoint, Movie Maker, and Photoshop to create an array of multimedia projects.
Course Name: Computing in the Modern World
Course Number: 11.4130000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Explore the world of modern technology with a variety of activities designed to keep you up
to date with a fast-moving society. Learn about laptops, desktops, cell phones, video games, highdefinition televisions, and much, much more in the world of technology. If you have a desire to learn more
about every-day technology, this is the class for you.
Course Name: Beginning Programming
Course Number: 11.418000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors only
Description: Ever thought about being a video game designer or programmer for a living? This
introductory class lets students examine these career options. You will create Windows applications
using the computer language Visual Basic.NET to solve problems, develop filing systems, and produce
simple games, applications and graphics on the computer. You will create windows applications using
various computer languages to develop games, applications, and graphics on your computer.
Course Name: Fundamentals of Web Design
Course Number: 11.4310000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors only
Description: Want to create your own web site? It’s easier than you might think! This highly fun and
creative class covers HTML, Flash, JavaScript, FrontPage, FreeHand, FireWorks and DreamWeaver.
Learn to create your own graphics and build web pages using both hard-coding and web authoring
software.
Course Name: Advanced Web Design
Course Number: 11.4320000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Application; School Web Site, Juniors/Seniors
Description: Upon completion of this course, students should have a thorough knowledge of all areas of
web page design. Topics include the web development process, advanced layout and design features,
advanced study of scripting languages, site development with HTML editors, and web servers and
databases. This course also prepares students to take the CIW Associate Design Specialist Certification.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Computer Science A
Course Number: 11.4160010
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Math teacher recommendation and AP Commitment Form, Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors
Description: This year long course is designed to be the equivalent of one semester-long college
introductory course in programming. The course is geared toward preparing students to take the College
Board’s Advanced Placement Exam. Major emphasis is on programming using the language JAVA, on
programming methodology, and problem solving. Students will learn to create interesting projects such as
business and educational computer applications using JAVA. Software engineering, computer hardware
systems, new computer technologies and the social implications of computing typical first-year college
level computer science topics are integrated into this course. Students are trained on the multiple-choice
and free-response questions that are on the AP Exam.
DRAMA
Course Name: Acting 1A (Fundamentals of Drama IA: Introduction to Theatre)
Course Number: 52.0610001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: This is an introduction to theater class which allows the students to explore all the major
artistic aspects of theater. In addition to the acting, directing, and technical theater, this course surveys
the use of theater from several different cultures. The students will learn both how to create theater and
to appreciate the art form as it exists all over the world. This is a highly energetic class with many outlets
for creativity.
Course Name: Acting 1B (Beginning Acting)
Course Number: 52.0610002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Acting 1A
Description: This is an introduction to acting class. Beginning actors will be exposed to several different
performance styles and methods which will improve their performance skills. This class is useful for
students who want to improve the performance skills they have already, and for those who simply wish to
overcome shyness. The class allows all students the opportunity to perform on a regular basis.
Course Name/Course Number:
Acting 2A
52.0620001
Acting 2B
52.0620002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition only
Description: Acting II delves further into the craft, utilizing the actor’s body and voice. This is a
performance-based class with emphasis on acting methods and styles which provide the essential
backgrounds for further advanced study.
Course Name/Course Number:
Advanced Drama (Production) 1A
52.0510001
Prerequisite: Acting 1B
Advanced Drama (Production) 1B
52.0510002
Prerequisite: Acting 1B
Advanced Drama (Production) 2A
52.0520001
Prerequisite: Audition
Advanced Drama (Production) 2B
52.0520002
Prerequisite: Audition
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Description: This course focuses on the production of one specific play in theater. The students learn
the makings of a production in educational theater. The students will be able to try their hands at all
aspects of a production, from analyzing or writing the text to the actual performance of the play. This
class provides a great opportunity to perform and produce theater.
Course Name/Course Number:
Technical Theatre 1 52.041001
Prerequisite: None
Technical Theatre 2 52.042001
Prerequisite: Technical Theater I
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Description: This is a practical course that follows the production of the shows currently in production at
the school. The class helps plan, design, build and publicize the shows. The students will also learn
about each of the technical theatre professions, such as set, light, and costume design, production and
stage management, and directing.
Course Name: Technical Theatre 3
Course Number: 52.0430000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Application/juniors and seniors only
Description: A year-long course in stage directing. Student will learn to direct through exercises,
studying the work of great directors and actual directing. Each student in the class will direct a one-act
play for a public performance.
DUAL ENROLLMENT
The Dual Enrollment Program is for students classified as high school juniors and seniors at accredited
public or private high schools in the state of Georgia, and is operated in all school terms except summer.
The program allows students to pursue postsecondary study at approved public and private colleges and
technical colleges while receiving dual high school and college credit for courses successfully
completed. Courses pursued by students under this program must come from the approved course
directory which is supplied to high school counselors in the state. Courses are available only in the areas
of the core graduation requirements for college preparatory students: English; Mathematics; Social
Studies; Science; World Language.
Course Name: College English (provided on the Northview campus by Georgia Perimeter College)
Course Number: 23.0630400
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors; acceptance to GPC
Description: This course includes English 1101 (Fall only), English 1102 (Spring, Fall for students who
scored a 3 or above on their AP Language exam), and English 2111 (Spring only).
ENGL 1101/English Composition I: This course focuses on skills required for effective writing in a
variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including
introductory use of a variety of research skills.
ENGL 1102/English Composition II: This course develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency
required by ENGL 1101, emphasizes interpretation and evaluation, and incorporates more advanced
research methods. A research paper is required. (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 with a C or better. Or an AP
Language score of 3 or better.)
ENGL 2111/World Literature I: This course offers a survey of world literature including the ancient
world, classical Greece and Rome, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 with
a C or better.
Course Name: College Economics - Fall only (provided on the Northview campus by Georgia
Perimeter College)
Course Number: 45.0610409
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors; acceptance to GPC
Description: This is an introductory course in macroeconomics (ECON 2105/Principles of
Macroeconomics). It introduces students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze
economic aggregate and evaluate economic policies. The areas of fiscal policy, monetary policy, social
goals, monetary systems, national income, employment, inflation, and economic growth are included.
Prerequisite: Seniors; acceptance to GPC
Course Name: College Public Speaking/Speech – Spring only (provided on the Northview campus by
Georgia Perimeter College)
Course Number: 23.0460400
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors; acceptance to GPC
Description: This is an introductory course in oral communication (COMM 1201/Public Speaking). This
course stresses the fundamental principles of public speaking. Special attention is given to critical
thinking, global issues, the selection and organization of materials, and the presentation of individual
speeches and group deliberations. This class is a required course for all freshmen at Georgia
colleges and universities
Course Name: College Calculus 2 and 3
Course Number: 27.0750405 and 27.0750406
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors and Seniors; Calculus BC; acceptance to Georgia Tech
Description: This course is taught by a Georgia Tech professor through the Distance Learning Lab.
Students from several Fulton County High Schools become part of this Georgia Tech classroom through
the use of technology. The Calculus 2 course concludes the treatment of single variable calculus, and
begins linear algebra—the linear basis of the multivariable theory. The Calculus 3 course involves
multivariable calculus: Linear approximation and Taylor’s theorems, Lagrange multiples and constrained
optimization, multiple integration and vector analysis including the theorems of Green, Gauss and Stokes.
ENGINEERING
Course Name: Foundations of Engineering & Technology
Course Number: 21.4250000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Intro to Technology provides students with an opportunity to explore the world of
technology and how it affects their lives. The focus of the program is a hands-on learning environment
that will allow students to apply and reinforce their basic learning skills, develop interpersonal
relationships with their peer groups and interact with current technological equipment and tools.
Course Name: Engineering Concepts
Course Number: 21.4710000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Foundations of Engineering & Technology; Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors, students must
be enrolled in or have completed Algebra II Physical Science or Chemistry recommended
Description: Pre-engineering is the introduction to principles and activities peculiar to the field of
Engineering. Pre-Engineering involves the practical application of scientific and mathematical principles
for the purpose of solving real world and/or simulated problems and communicating technical information.
Students use tools and materials to design, engineer, and evaluate products and systems as a means of
examining the relationship of technology on society as well as society on technology.
Course Name: Engineering Applications
Course Number: 21.4720000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Engineering Concepts and Physical Science or Chemistry.
Description: This advanced course of study in the engineering field is recommended for students in
grades 11-12. Students conduct research and/or design an engineering project. Students sharpen their
aptitude and expand their interest through experiences in the field of engineering. The course enables
them to make an informed career choice through the study, application, and practice of mechanical,
electrical, and other engineering systems. Projects will reinforce the application of communication,
mathematics, and science. Computer programs will be used extensively in this course to enable the
students to visualize, solve, and report on complex design problems.
ESOL
Course Name: Communication Skills I – Elective
Course Number: 55.0210000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing (ACCESS Score, Level 1)
Description: This course will focus on the acquisition of social and instructional language based on the
five WIDA standards. The primary emphasis for this course includes building on the initial survival
language skills as well as developing interpersonal communication skills while learning about
various cultural characteristics of the United States.
Course Name: Oral Communication in Content Areas – Elective
Course Number: 55.0240000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing (ACCESS Score, Level 1)
Description: This course supports and enhances oral/aural skills and references with five basic WIDA
standards with emphasis on speaking skills in the content areas. Students will develop critical thinking
skills by analyzing talks, speeches, and written communication.
Course Name: Reading and Listening in the Content Areas – Elective
Course Number: 55.0230000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing (ACCESS Score, Levels 1-2)
Description: This course will provide activities and opportunities to enhance literacy and listening skills
necessary for success in the content areas. Guided by the five WIDA standards, the focus will be on the
acquisition of fundamental skills: primarily reading and writing reinforced by speaking and listening while
developing vocabulary associated with designated themes.
Course Name: Communication Skills II – Elective
Course Number: 55.0220000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing (ACCESS Score, Level 2-3)
Description: This course is an expansion of Communication Skills I with emphasis upon proficiency
Standard 2 regarding the communication of information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic
success in the content area of Language Arts. This course is designed for those English language
learners who need further reinforcement to develop stronger reading and writing skills and who would not
otherwise receive this specialized attention.
Course Name: ESOL 9th Grade Composition and Literature – Core
Course Number: 23.0910020
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing (ACCESS Score, Levels 2-5)
Description: This course focuses on the continuous development of grammar and usage. Process
writing is introduced and comprehension skills are enhanced through continued use of reading strategies
and through a variety of printed materials. Instruction is anchored in 9th grade English Language Arts GPS
and instruction is differentiated with WIDA standards.
Course Name: ESOL 10th Grade Composition and Literature – Core
Course Number: 23.0920009
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing (ACCESS Score, Levels 2-5)
Description: This course focuses on developing academic writing across various Language Arts
platforms and further strengthening grammar skills. Students will explore literary elements of fiction while
enhancing comprehension skills through applying various reading strategies. English Language Arts GPS
guide instruction and all five WIDA standards contribute to this course, particularly Standard 2 regarding
the communication of information, ideas and concepts necessary for academic success in the content
area of Language Arts.
Course Name: Sheltered American Lit/Composition – Core
Course Number: 23.0510020
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing (ACCESS Score, Levels 2-5)
Description: This course fulfills a graduation requirement for English, and familiarizes students with the
ways in which events in American history affect literature and culture in the United States. Emphasis is
placed on an understanding of major American works and its authors, continued development of
vocabulary, and oral communication skills. Students employ a variety of writing genres to demonstrate a
comprehensive grasp of significant ideas in selected literary works. Students continue to strengthen their
understanding and control of the rules of the English language. WIDA Standards are used to differentiate
instruction based on English Language Arts GPS.
Course Name: ESOL 12th Grade Composition and Literature – Core
Course Number: 23.0940009
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Placement in this class will be determined through testing
Description: This course will provide practice and opportunities to support and enhance comprehension
skills by identifying evidence and main ideas in a variety of texts representative of different genres found
in world literature. The students will employ a variety of writing genres to demonstrate a grasp of
significant ideas in selected literary works throughout this course. This course will further students’
understanding of proper English usage and control of grammar. WIDA standards are used to differentiate
instruction based on the English Language Arts GPS. (ACCESS Score, Levels 2-5)
HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Course Name: General Health
Course Number: 17.0110001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: This course is recommended for 9th graders, but can be taken at other grade
levels.
Description: This course fulfills the requirement for graduation and the State of Georgia Drug and
Alcohol Awareness component required for obtaining a driver’s license. Course introduces personal
health, decision-making skills, mental health, emotions, stress, alcohol, drug and tobacco use/abuse,
nutrition, First Aid/CPR and sex education. Graduation Requirement.
Course Name: Personal Fitness
Course Number: 36.0510001
Term: S
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: 10th –12th graders only
Description: This course fulfills the requirement for graduation. The course introduces weight training
and cardiovascular fitness games. Health-related fitness components are assessed by using the “Fitness
Gram Computer” software program. A personal workout plan is designed and implemented in the course.
Graduation Requirement.
Course Name: Advanced Personal Fitness
Course Number: 36.0510002
Term: S
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Personal Fitness
Description: A variety of cardiovascular fitness activities will be implemented to encourage each student
to work within their Target Heart Rate Zone. Weight lifting and flexibility exercises are included in this
course.
Course Name: General Physical Education I
Course Number: 36.0110001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Introduces the rules, skills and strategy of basketball, volleyball, speedball (combination of
football, basketball and soccer), team handball, badminton, Frisbee games, flag football, field hockey,
tennis, soccer, softball, pickle ball and table tennis. Team and tournament play is emphasized.
Course Name: General Physical Education II
Course Number: 36.0120001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Introduces the rules, skills and strategy of basketball, flag football, badminton, team
handball, tennis, soccer, pickle ball and table tennis. Team and tournament play is emphasized.
Course Name: General Physical Education III
Course Number: 36.0130001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Introduces the rules, skills and strategy of softball, volleyball, badminton, basketball,
Frisbee games, tennis, team handball and table tennis. Team and tournament play is emphasized.
Course Name: Lifetime Sports
Course Number: 36.0220001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Introduces the rules, skills and strategy of tennis, pickle ball, golf, bocce, table tennis and
volleyball. Team and tournament play is emphasized.
Course Name: Recreational Games
Course Number: 36.0270001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Introduces the rules, skills and strategy of table tennis, Frisbee games, badminton, bowling,
pickle ball, horseshoes and shuffleboard. Team and tournament play is emphasized.
Course Name: Outdoor Education
Course Number: 36.0250001
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors and Seniors only
Description: Introduces the basics skills of hiking, camping, cooking over a fire, conservation, archery,
rock climbing and orienteering. Students will have the opportunity to engage in enrichment activities such
as camping trips, rock climbing and white water rafting.
Course Name: Weight Training I
Course Number: 36.0540001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Introductory course that is designed to enhance the student’s muscular strength and
endurance. Students will gain knowledge in fitness concepts such as frequency, intensity, duration, sets,
and repetitions. Cardiovascular training is included in this course.
Course Name: Weight Training II
Course Number: 36.0540002
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Weight Training I
Description: This course is for the serious student/athlete who has a desire to work on total body
strength and fitness. The student/athlete will be required to perform all major lifts and will be given a
weightlifting program designed to build strength and muscle size. Cardiovascular training is included in
this course.
Course Name: Weight Training III
Course Number: 36.0540003
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Weight Training II
Description: This course is designed for the serious student/athlete involved in a school or club sport
activity. Each student/ athlete will have an understanding of power lifting techniques, improving in
muscular strength and endurance and will be given a weight training program that is specific to their
sport. Cardiovascular training is included in this course.
INTERRELATED RESOURCES (IRR)
Course Name: Study Skills I, II, III, IV
Course Number: 35.8610080, 35.8620080, 35.8630080, 35.8640080
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites:
Description: Study Skills is available to 9th – 12th grade students who have an IEP; students earn
elective credit. The Study Skills class provides an opportunity to improve study skills, organizational skills,
and test-taking skills. Study Skills teachers work 1-on-1 with students in all subjects during the second
half of their Study Skills classes. Study Skills is recommended for any IRR student who is in a General
Education or Team-Taught Class.
Course Name: Social Skills I, II
Course Number: 35.8510080, 35.8520080
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites:
Description: This elective class is available for students in 9th – 12th grades who have an IEP; students
earn elective credit. The Social Skills class provides students with answers to questions about peer and
adult relationships and helps students learn and practice appropriate coping and social skill strategies.
LANGUAGE ARTS
Course Name: 9th Grade Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0610000
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: None
Description: Students in Ninth Grade Language Arts receive a college preparatory curriculum based on
the Georgia Performance Standards. Reading and Literature: Students will identify, analyze, and apply
knowledge of structures and elements of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and dramatic literature. Students will
identify, analyze, and apply knowledge of theme in literary works, as well as deepen understanding of
relating literary works to contemporary context or historical background. Students will employ a variety of
writing genres to demonstrate understanding of theme, detailed references, and allusions within a text.
Students will understand and acquire new vocabulary. Writing: Students will produce writing that
establishes an appropriate organizational structure, including thesis and support. Students will
demonstrate competence in a variety of genres, including narrative, expository, research, and technical
writing. Students will practice both timed and process writing. Conventions: Students will demonstrate
understanding and control of the rules of the English language, manuscript form, and writing formats.
Listening, Speaking, and Viewing: Students will participate in student-to-teacher, student-to-student,
and group verbal interactions. Students will deliver focused, coherent, and polished presentations that
convey a clear and distinct perspective, demonstrate solid reasoning, and combine traditional rhetorical
strategies of narration, exposition, persuasion, and description. Students will respond to written and oral
texts and media.
Course Name: Honors 9th Grade Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0610040
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: 85+ honors or 95+ regular 8th grade Language Arts; recommendation from Grade 8
Language Arts teacher; Level 3 score on CRCT Reading and Language Arts (if applicable)
Description: Same description as above with the following addition: Students in Ninth Grade Honors
Language Arts also receive a college preparatory curriculum based on the Georgia Performance
Standards. Although the GPS remains the same, the honors level of Ninth Grade Language Arts typically
involves a significantly increased reading and writing workload than the non-honors class. Honors
students must be able to select and independently work with texts from a college bound reading list.
Honors students will be expected to deeply read and analyze texts, both with and without classroom
guidance. Honors classes cover text and material at an accelerated pace.
Course Name: Gifted Honors 9th Grade Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.2610040
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: 85+ honors or 95+ regular 8th grade Language Arts; recommendation from Grade 8
Language Arts teacher; Level 3 score on CRCT Reading and Language Arts (if applicable); TAG
Program; application/selection as content area for gifted participation
Description: Same description as above with the following addition: Research element.
Course Name: 10th Grade Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0620000
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: None
Description: Tenth Grade Literature and Composition is organized thematically. Students will continue to
develop vocabulary and apply effective reading strategies to a wide variety of literary and informational
texts. They will learn about universal themes and symbols common to literary works, including the novel,
short story, poetry, drama, and nonfiction. Students will continue to build on effective writing and research
habits as they refine language arts skills which they will apply to writing, listening, speaking, and
viewing. This course prepares students for college.
Course Name: Honors 10th Grade Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0620040 Year
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: 85+ honors or 95+ regular 9th grade Language Arts
Description: This course requires a teacher recommendation, which may be based on the
following: approved writing, standardized test scores, and academic achievement. The honors level
course has higher expectations and more rigorous coursework than the college preparatory level,
including mandatory summer reading and written responses to literature. Tenth Grade Literature and
Composition--Honors is organized thematically. Students will continue to develop vocabulary and apply
effective reading strategies to a wide variety of literary and informational texts. They will learn about
universal themes and symbols common to literary works, including the novel, short story, poetry, drama,
and nonfiction. Students will continue to build on effective writing and research habits as they refine
language arts skills which they will apply to writing, listening, speaking, and viewing. This course prepares
students for college.
Course Name: 11th Grade American Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0510000
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: None
Description: American Literature and Composition is a study of the major literary topics, themes, and
movements in the history of the United States from pre-colonial times to present day. Students will focus
on major literary forms of the emerging nation, analyze literary themes and trends, and both research and
compose several papers, speeches, and presentations, using representative forms of discourse. This
course prepares students for college.
Course Name: Honors 11th Grade American Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0510040
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: 85+ honors or 95+ regular 10th grade Language Arts
Description: This course requires a teacher recommendation, which may be based on the
following: approved writing, standardized test scores, and academic achievement. The honors level
course has higher expectations and more rigorous coursework than the college preparatory level,
including mandatory summer reading and written responses to literature. American Literature and
Composition--Honors is a study of the major literary topics, themes, and movements in the history of the
United States from pre-colonial times to present day. Students will focus on major literary forms of the
emerging nation, analyze literary themes and trends, and both research and compose several papers,
speeches, and presentations, using representative forms of discourse. This course prepares students for
college.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Language/American Literature/Composition
Course Number: 23.0530010
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract prior Honors Language Arts classes preferable; 85 honors or
95 regular 10th Language Arts; Open to juniors
Description: This course is a chronological and thematic study of significant works in American literature
and genres of writing. Students must demonstrate mastery of written expression that includes analysis of
authors' styles, including tone, diction, syntax, rhetorical patterns, and use of figurative language. The
majority of works studied will be non-fiction. Students are required to complete summer assignments
between their sophomore and junior year. The College Board administers a culminating assessment,
including multiple-choice questions and free response composition that could result in earned college
credits.
Course Name: World Literature and Composition REQUIRED
Course Number: 23.0630001
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: American Lit/Comp; This is a required course for on-level seniors; this course is a
graduation requirement
Description: Students read literature based on the universal human experience across culture and time,
write extensively, and improve skills in critical listening, thinking, speaking and research. World Literature
and Composition is a study of universal themes present in literature from ancient civilizations to modern
cultures around the world. Students will continue to develop vocabulary and apply effective reading
strategies to a wide variety of literary and informational texts; to learn about universal themes common in
literary works, including the novel, short story, poetry, drama, and nonfiction; to establish effective writing
and research habits; and to refine language skills as they apply to writing, listening, speaking, and
viewing. This course prepares students for college.
Course Name: Contemporary Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0660001
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Co-requisite with World Lit and Comp; This is an approved selective for on-level seniors;
Students must complete this course to meet graduation requirements
Description: Students compare, contrast and evaluate modern texts, novels, poetry, drama and prose
with contemporary Internet, television and film texts, and progressively incorporate and refine reading,
writing, critical thinking, listening, oral presentation, and research skills. Contemporary Literature and
Composition is a study of modern topics and themes as they appear in literary and informational texts and
multi-media formats. Students will continue to develop vocabulary and apply effective reading strategies
to a wide variety of literary and informational texts; to learn about universal themes common in literary
works including the novel, short story, poetry, drama, and nonfiction; to establish effective writing and
research habits; and to refine language skills as they apply to writing, listening, speaking, and
viewing. This course prepares students for college.
Course Name: Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition
Course Number: 23.0650010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract prior AP Language or Honors Language Arts classes
preferable; 85+ AP Language or 90+ honors or 95+ regular in American Literature; Open to seniors.
Description: In this course, students engage in the careful analysis of literary works. Through such study
they sharpen their awareness of language and their understanding of the writer's craft. Writing
assignments focus on the critical analysis of literature and include expository and persuasive essays, as
well as analytical research. Students intensively study works from various genres and periods of
literature. Students are required to complete summer assignments between their junior and senior years.
The College Board administers a culminating assessment in May, including multiple choice questions and
free response composition that could result in earned college credits.
Course Name: College English (provided on the Northview campus by Georgia Perimeter College)
Course Number: 23.0630400
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors; Acceptance to GPC
Description: This course includes English 1101 (Fall only), English 1102 (Spring, Fall for students who
scored a 3 or above on their AP Language exam), and English 2111 (Spring only).
ENGL 1101/English Composition I: This course focuses on skills required for effective writing in a
variety of contexts, with emphasis on exposition, analysis, and argumentation, and also including
introductory use of a variety of research skills.
ENGL 1102/English Composition II: This course develops writing skills beyond the levels of proficiency
required by ENGL 1101, emphasizes interpretation and evaluation, and incorporates more advanced
research methods. A research paper is required. (Prerequisite: ENGL 1101 with a C or better. Or an AP
Language score of 3 or better.)
ENGL 2111/World Literature I: This course offers a survey of world literature including the ancient
world, classical Greece and Rome, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance. Prerequisite: ENGL 1102 with
a C or better.
Course Name: College Public Speaking/Speech – Spring only (provided on the Northview campus by
Georgia Perimeter College)
Course Number: 23.0460400
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors; Acceptance to GPC
Description: This is an introductory course in oral communication (COMM 1201/Public Speaking). This
course stresses the fundamental principles of public speaking. Special attention is given to critical
thinking, global issues, the selection and organization of materials, and the presentation of individual
speeches and group deliberations. This class is a required course for all freshmen at Georgia
colleges and universities
Course Name/Course Number:
SAT Prep
35.0660001
Semester during regular school day
SAT Prep
35.0660002
Semester during zero period
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors and Seniors, Completed or Enrolled in Integrated Algebra II or higher
Description: Students receive intense practice and instruction in the areas of problem solving and
advanced grammar. The course is team taught by a mathematics and a language arts teacher. In
addition to being taught during the school day, a section will be offered as a zero-period (before school)
during the fall semester. Highly recommended for seniors for fall semester and juniors for spring semester
Course Name: Journalism/Newspaper I
Course Number: 23.0320000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors, Application; 85 cumulative average; 85+ Language
Arts
Description: This series of courses is an introduction to newspaper writing and publishing. Students use
computers to write and edit articles and to prepare layouts for the school newspaper.
Course Name: Journalism/Newspaper II
Course Number: 23.0330000 Year
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Newspaper; Permission of advisor
Description: A continuation of the journalism series leading to a supervisory position in the publication of
the paper.
Course Name: Journalism/Newspaper III
Course Number: 23.0350000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Newspaper I; Permission of advisor
Description: A continuation of the journalism series; participants assume supervisory positions in the
publication of the paper.
Course Name: Journalism/Literary Magazine I
Course Number: 23.0320008
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors; Application; 85 cumulative average or 85+ Language
Arts
Description: Literary Magazine participation provides students with an opportunity to experiment with
various forms of creative verbal and visual expression. Students gather and critique entries for publication
of the literary magazine. Students also learn the basics of graphic design and gain hands-on computer
experience.
Course Name: Journalism/Literary Magazine II
Course Number: 23.0330008
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Literary Magazine; Permission of advisor
Description: A continuation of Literary Magazine I that provides students with leadership opportunities
as well as more in-depth computer design experience.
Course Name: Journalism/Literary Magazine III
Course Number: 23.0350008
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Literary Magazine II/Permission of advisor
Description: A continuation of Literary Magazine II that provides students with leadership opportunities
as well as more in-depth computer design experience.
Course Name: Journalism/Yearbook I
Course Number: 23.0320007
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors/Application/teacher recomendation/85 cumulative
average/85+ Language Arts.
Description: This course provides an introduction to the writing and layout of the high school yearbook.
Students must apply. Students must have computer and/or photography skills or be willing to be trained.
Course Name: Journalism/Yearbook II
Course Number: 23.0330007
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Yearbook I/Juniors/Seniors/Permission of advisor
Description: A continuation of the series leading to a supervisory position in the publication of the
yearbook.
Course Name: Journalism/Yearbook III
Course Number: 23.0350007
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Yearbook II Seniors/Permission of advisor
Description: A continuation of the series; participants assume supervisory positions in the publication of
the school yearbook.
Course Name: Speech/Forensics I
Course Number: 23.0460000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course offers instruction in the process of debate and ethical argumentation. Students
learn cooperation through the research process as they analyze problems of domestic and international
scope. During the competition of class debates, students test solutions to those problems and learn to
adapt their arguments and language to fit the audience.
Course Name: Speech/Forensics II
Course Number: 23.0470000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Speech/Forensics I or permission of advisor
Description:
This course stimulates an awareness of and knowledge about public issues. Students have the
opportunity to hone the kinds of communication skills that will serve them well for careers in business and
law. In addition, students will expand academic research skills introduced in Speech/Forensics I.
MARKETING SALES AND SERVICE/FASHION
Course Name: International Business and Marketing
Course Number: 06.4143000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors/Seniors
Description: Do you love business and travel? Discover an understanding of the global business
environment and the relationship between cultural, political, legal, economic, and ethical systems. This
course will assist you in the ability to analyze world economic trends and their impact on business and
financial decisions. Explore the world through International Business!
Course Name: Marketing Principles
Course Number: 08.4740000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: This is the foundational course for the new pathway in Fashion Marketing. This pathway
will introduce the student to the fashion industry including the fundamentals of fashion marketing, types of
businesses involved in the industry, and the array of career opportunities available in fashion marketing.
MATHEMATICS
Course Name:
Integrated Advanced Algebra (IAA)
Course Number: 27.0810000
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: Passed Math 8
Description: Course objectives include characteristics of families of functions and their transformations,
operations with radicals and other algebraic expressions, solving simple equations; properties of
geometric figures, properties of polygons, elementary probability, and the variability of data.
Course Name: Integrated Advanced Algebra Support
Course Number: 27.0810020
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: Passed Math 8, level 1 on CRCT, take with Integrated Advanced Algebra
Description: Students recommended for Integrated Advanced Algebra Support will complete this course
concurrently with Integrated Advanced Algebra. The contents of this course supplement the Integrated
Advanced Algebra curriculum and provide students with additional review of basic math skills. It serves
as a medium for preview and review of material. This course is strongly suggested for students not
meeting the standards set forth on the 8th grade math CRCT. It is also encouraged for students who
narrowly met the standards, and for students who have historically struggled in the math classroom.
Course Name: Accelerated Integrated Advanced Algebra Honors (AIAA)
Course Number: 27.0910040
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: Passed Math 8A and level 3 on CRCT or passed Math 8 with 90+ and level 3 on CRCT
Description: Course objectives include operations with complex numbers, families of functions and their
transformations, operations with radicals and other algebraic expressions, solving quadratic equations
and inequalities, properties of geometric figures, properties of polygons, properties of circle and spheres,
basic laws of probability, and the variability of data.
Course Name:
Integrated Geometry
Course Number: 27.0820000
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: Passed Integrated Advanced Algebra
Description: Course objectives include families of functions (piecewise-defined, exponential, and
quadratic), quadratic equations or inequalities of a single variable, inverse functions, special right
triangles, trigonometric functions, properties of circles and spheres, inferences about population means
and standard deviations, models to describe real-world data.
Course Name: Integrated Geometry Support
Course Number: 27.0450000
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: Passed Integrated Advanced Algebra with a 70 – 74, or took Integrated Advanced
Algebra Support, take with Integrated Geometry
Description: Students recommended for Integrated Geometry Support will take this course concurrently
with Integrated Geometry. This course will supplement the curriculum of the Integrated Geometry course
and provide students with additional review in Algebra and Geometry skills. This course is strongly
suggested for students scoring between a 70 and 74 in Integrated Advanced Algebra, or for students who
were enrolled in Integrated Advanced Algebra Support in the 9th grade.
Course Name: Accelerated Integrated Geometry Honors
Course Number: 27.0920040
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: Passed Accelerated Integrated Advanced Algebra Honors
Description: Course objectives include families of functions (exponential, higher degree polynomial,
logarithmic), inverse functions, solving higher degree equations or inequalities, operations and problem
solving with matrices, special right triangles, trigonometric ratios, conic sections, inferences about
population means and standard deviations, discrete random variables, normal distributions, differences
between experimental and theoretical probabilities.
Course Name: Gifted Accelerated Integrated Geometry Honors
Course Number: 27.2920040
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: Passed Accelerated Integrated Advanced Algebra Honors; TAG Program;
application/selection as content area for gifted participation
Description: Course objectives include families of functions (exponential, higher degree polynomial,
logarithmic), inverse functions, solving higher degree equations or inequalities, operations and problem
solving with matrices, special right triangles, trigonometric ratios, conic sections, inferences about
population means and standard deviations, discrete random variables, normal distributions, differences
between experimental and theoretical probabilities.
Course Name: Integrated Algebra II
Course Number: 27.0830000
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: Passed Integrated Geometry
Description: Course objects include families of functions (higher degree polynomial and logarithmic),
solving higher-order equations or inequalities, operations and problem solving with matrices, relationships
between lines and circles, conic sections, discrete random variables, differences between experimental
and theoretical probabilities.
Course Name: Integrated Algebra II Support (Subject to approval by the State)
Course Number:
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: Passed Integrated Geometry with a 70 – 74, took Integrated Advanced Algebra or
Integrated Geometry Support, take with Integrated Algebra II
Description: Students recommended for Integrated Algebra II Support will take this course concurrently
with Integrated Algebra II. This course will supplement the curriculum of the Integrated Algebra II course
and provide students with additional review in Algebra and Geometry skills. This course is strongly
suggested for students scoring between a 70 and 74 in Integrated Advanced Algebra or Integrated
Geometry, or for students who were enrolled in Integrated Advanced Algebra Support or Integrated
Geometry Support.
Course Name: Accelerated Integrated PreCalculus Honors
Course Number: 27.0930040
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: Passed Accelerated Integrated Geometry Honors
Description: Course objectives include families of functions (rational and trigonometric), unit circle and
trigonometric values, trigonometric identities, solving trigonometric equations, sequences and series,
vectors, parametric/polar equations and curves, central limit theorem, margin of error and confidence
intervals.
Course Name:
Algebra II
Course Number: 27.0640000
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Passed Algebra I and Geometry
Description: This course earns Tech Prep credit and College Prep credit. This course is intended for
college bound students. Algebra II is an extension of Algebra I that emphasizes functions (such as linear,
quadratic, polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions). Irrational and complex number
solutions will be explored. Graphing includes functions, inequalities, and systems of equations and
inequalities. Additional topics include probability, statistics, sequences and series.
Course Name: Algebra III
Course Number: 27.0661000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Passed Algebra II
Description: This course is designed for the college bound student who needs to review the topics of
Algebra II before taking Advanced Algebra & Trigonometry. Additional topics include matrices and
trigonometry.
Course Name: Advanced Algebra/Trigonometry
Course Number: 27.0650000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 83+ Algebra II
Description: This course for college bound students enhances algebra skills and introduces
trigonometry and its applications. Topics in this course will prepare students for higher-level courses such
as Calculus. Emphasis is placed on real and complex numbers, vectors, matrices, sequences and series,
probability, statistics, conic sections, functions and problem solving. The interrelationships of these
concepts will be stressed.
Course Name: Discrete Mathematics
Course Number: 27.0690001
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Passed Algebra II as a Junior (Seniors Only course)
Description: This course is designed for college-bound students. The concepts of matrices and matrix
operations are introduced and related to problems in the real world. The Leontif Method of Input/Output
for production, Markov Chains and game theory are used to further explore matrices. Graphic coloring,
planar graphs and weighted graphs are investigated and explored. Problems involving counting and
probability are introduced and solved.
Course Name: Statistics
Course Number: 27.0510001
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Discrete Math (Seniors Only course)
Description: The statistics unit of this course will include problem solving using data collected through
experimentation, computer simulations, and various sources. Students will model statistical methods,
derive probabilities and make inferences. Applications in real-life situations will be presented. Misleading
statistics will be evaluated and corrected.
Course Name/Course Number:
Algebra II
27.0610600*
Discrete Math/Statistics
27.0690000* *co-requisites; students must register for both
courses
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors Only, completion of Algebra 1 and Geometry, Double Period Block
Description: Two Carnegie units will be earned in one year for seniors taking this block class. The
students will complete the entire year of Algebra II first semester, and the entire year of Discrete
Math/Statistics second semester. See course descriptions above for Algebra II, Discrete Math, and
Statistics.
Course Name: Calculus
Course Number: 27.0710000
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: 83+ Advanced Algebra/Trig or Passed PreCalculus Honors
Description: The topics covered in this course will include many of the topics in the Advanced
Placement Calculus AB course. Students will not be required to take the AP test in Calculus. Topics
include properties of functions and graphs, limits and continuity, differential calculus, and integral
calculus.
Course Name: AP Calculus AB
Course Number: 27.0720010
Term: Y
Grade: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, 83+ Pre-Calculus Honors or 98+ Advanced Algebra/Trig
Description: This course follows the College Board syllabus for the AP exam and is a college level
mathematics course. This course covers one semester of college calculus. Calculus is the mathematics of
change and motion and the concepts are based on infinite process. AP Calculus examines problems in 4
ways: graphically, numerically, analytically, and in written expression. Topics include properties of
functions and graphs, limits and continuity, differential calculus, and integral calculus. All students
enrolled in AP Calculus AB are required to take the AP Examination in May if they are passing this course
prior to the AP Examinations.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Calculus BC
Course Number: 27.0730010
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, 93+ Pre-Calculus Honors
Description: This course follows the College Board syllabus for the AP exam and is a college level
mathematics course. This course covers two semesters of college calculus. Calculus is the mathematics
of change and motion and the concepts are based on infinite process. AP Calculus examines problems in
4 ways: graphically, numerically, analytically, and in written expression. Topics of AP Calculus AB are
covered and additional topics covered in BC Calculus include vector functions, parametric equations,
conversions, parametrically defined curves, tangent lines, sequences and series, integration techniques,
and calculus of polar equations. All students enrolled in AP Calculus BC are required to take the AP
Examination in May if they are passing this course prior to the AP Examinations.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Statistics
Course Number: 27.0740010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, Passed Advanced Algebra/Trig or Accelerated Integrated
Geometry Honors 83+
Description: This course follows the College Board syllabus for the AP exam and is a college level
mathematics course. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the major concepts and tools
for collecting, analyzing, and drawing conclusions from data. Students are exposed to four broad
conceptual themes: (1) Exploring Data: observing patterns and departures from patterns (2) Planning a
Study: Deciding what and how to measure (3) Anticipating Patterns: Producing models using probability
and simulation (4) Statistical Inference: Confirming models. Students who do well in this class have very
good problems solving skills and very good writing skills. It is important to understand that students must
be able to explain their answers using arguments, graphs, and statistical skills that they will learn in the
course. All students enrolled in AP Statistics are required to take the AP Examination in May if they are
passing this course at the time of the exam.
Course Name/Course Number:
College Calculus 2
27.0750405*
College Calculus 3
27.0750406*
*co-requisites; students must register for both courses
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors and Seniors; Calculus BC; Acceptance to Georgia Tech
Description: This course is taught by a Georgia Tech professor through the Distance Learning Lab.
Students from several Fulton County High Schools become part of this Georgia Tech classroom through
the use of technology. The Calculus 2 course concludes the treatment of single variable calculus, and
begins linear algebra—the linear basis of the multivariable theory. The Calculus 3 course involves
multivariable calculus: Linear approximation and Taylor’s theorems, Lagrange multiples and constrained
optimization, multiple integration and vector analysis including the theorems of Green, Gauss and Stokes.
Course Name/Course Number:
SAT Prep
(35.0660001) Semester during regular school day
SAT Prep
(35.0660002) Semester during zero period
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors and Seniors, Completed or enrolled in Integrated Algebra II or higher
Description: Students receive intense practice and instruction in the areas of problem solving and
advanced grammar. The course is team-taught by a mathematics and a language arts teacher. In
addition to being taught during the school day, a section will be offered as a zero-period (before school)
during the fall semester. Highly recommended for Juniors and fall semester Seniors.
MENTORSHIP EXPERIENCES
Course Name: Mentorship
Course Number: 70.0110001
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors only; application; excellent attendance and discipline; must be able to provide
transportation to mentorship site
Description: This course provides an opportunity for students to serve as mentors in a classroom setting
at a local elementary school.
Course Name: Peer Facilitation
Course Number: 35.0410001
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors only; application; excellent attendance and discipline required
Description: Participants assist in the school offices and must be able to interact with students and
adults in a variety of settings. Students learn about different business processes and procedures.
Course Name: Examining the Teaching Profession
Course Number: 13.01100
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors/Seniors; 80 overall GPA or higher; no more than 10 days absent this year; no
ISS/OSS this year; application process; must provide own transportation to elementary school mentoring
site. Parking on campus is not guaranteed with enrollment in this class.
Description: This course, through both a college-level textbook and hands-on approach, provides an
opportunity for students to find out what it is really like to be a teacher. Participants will attend class at
NHS and act as mentors in a classroom setting. Students interested in pursuing a career in teaching are
highly encouraged to enroll in this course.
Course Name: Business Internship 1A, 1B - one (1A) or two periods (1A and 1B) (CBE Work Study)
Course Number: 07.0910000 (6th period) and 07.0920000 (5th period)
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors/Seniors only, Application process
Description:
The Business Internship program is designed to provide on-the-job training for students in the Business
Procedures class. Students are released for periods five and six to receive hands-on learning through
employment in a variety of office worksites. Students earn money while developing good business
attitudes, work ethics, and new skills.
MUSIC
Course Name/Course Number:
Piano Lab I - A
53.0941001
Piano Lab I - B
53.0941002
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Students learn to play the piano in a lab setting. No prior experience is required. Students
will perform solo and ensemble materials as they study basic piano technique and music reading. An end
of course recital is required as a gradable experience.
Course Name/Course Number:
Guitar Lab I - A
53.0841001
Guitar Lab I - B
53.0841002
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Students learn to play the guitar in a lab setting. No prior experience is required. Students
will perform solo and ensemble materials as they study basic guitar technique and music reading. An end
of course recital is required as a gradable experience.
Course Name: Orchestra I, II, III, IV - String Orchestra
Course Number: 53.0581000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: This performing ensemble is designed for all students who would like to have a string
experience. The emphasis of instruction is on developing basic technique at both the individual and group
levels. To foster learning we will study basic musical theory, musical reading, ear training, ensemble
technique, posture, hand position, and rehearsal etiquette. Rehearsals and performances held outside of
class time are considered as gradable experiences for the course.
Course Name: Orchestra I, II, III, IV - Concert Orchestra
Course Number: 53.0582000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: This performing ensemble is designed for those students who have prior string experience.
The emphasis of instruction is on developing advanced technique at both the individual and group levels.
To foster advanced learning we will continue our study of musical form, theory, ear training, ensemble
repertoire, posture, positions, and full orchestra repertoire. Rehearsals and performances held outside of
class time are considered as gradable experiences for the course.
Course Name: Orchestra I, II, III, IV - Philharmonia Orchestra
Course Number: 53.0583000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: This performing ensemble is designed for those students who have prior string experience.
The emphasis of instruction is on developing advanced technique at both the individual and group levels.
To foster advanced learning, we will continue our study of musical form, theory, ear training, ensemble
repertoire, posture, positions, and full orchestra repertoire. Rehearsals and performances held outside of
class time are considered gradable experiences for the course. Performance expectations for this
ensemble are quite rigorous.
Course Name: Orchestra I, II, III, IV - Chamber Orchestra
Course Number: 53.0584000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: This performing ensemble is designed for students who have advanced techniques and
musical skills. Emphasis is placed on refining personal and ensemble technique to better explore the
richness of the orchestra tradition. Performance schedules feature local and regional engagements.
Rehearsals and performances held outside of class time are considered as gradable experiences for the
course.
Course Name: Band I, II, III, IV – Chamber Band
Course Number: 53.0381000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: This class provides students an opportunity to focus on basic skills and beyond. The group
combines with Concert Band for performances and Large Group Performance Evaluation as well as
conducting small ensemble performances of their own. Prerequisite: By Audition
Course Name: Band I, II, III, IV – Concert Band
Course Number: 53.0382000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: 8th grade band or by audition
Description: This class provides students an opportunity to learn the fundamental techniques of
performance and rehearsal in preparation for local and regional performances. Participation in the GMEA
District Large Group Performance Evaluation formerly “Festival” is an essential component of Concert
Band membership. Rehearsals and performances held outside of class time are considered as gradable
experiences for the course.
Course Name: Band I, II, III, IV – Symphonic Band
Course Number: 53.0383000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: This class provides students an opportunity to learn the fundamental techniques of
performance and rehearsal in preparation for local and regional performances. Participation in the GMEA
District Large Group Performance Evaluation formerly “Festival” is an essential component of Concert
Band membership. Rehearsals and performances held outside of class time are considered as gradable
experiences for the course.
Course Name: Band I, II, III, IV – Wind Ensemble
Course Number: 53.0384000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: This class is an ensemble of advanced musicians who have demonstrated a high level of
proficiency; this class deals with advanced technical and musical concepts. Participation in the GMEA
District Large Group Performance Evaluation formerly “Festival” as well as various annual performances
is required of all members. Rehearsals and performances held outside of class time are considered as
gradable experiences for the course.
Course Name: Advanced Mixed Chorus
Course Number: 54.0231000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition or teacher recommendation
Description: An advanced ensemble that performs a wide variety of choral literature from classics to
jazz. Music theory and sight-singing are taught. Rehearsals and performances held outside of class time
are considered as gradable experiences for the course. Open to students in grades 9-12.
Course Name/ Course Number:
Advanced Women’s Chorus
54.0261000
Advanced Unchanged Voices Select Women’s Choir
54.0223000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition or teacher recommendation
Description: Advanced ensembles that perform a wide variety of choral literature from classics to jazz.
Music theory and sight-singing are taught. Rehearsals and performances held outside of class time are
considered as gradable experiences for the course. Open to students in grades 9-12.
Course Name: Chamber Singers
Course Number: 53.0751000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Audition
Description: An advanced ensemble, open by invitation to students having extensive choral music
experience. Members of this ensemble are encouraged to audition for All-State Chorus each year.
Continued study of music theory and sight-singing takes place with the learning of the music. Rehearsals
and performances held outside of class time are considered as gradable experiences for the course.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Music Theory
Course Number: 53.0230010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: AP Commitment Contract, Juniors/Seniors only
Description: This course will develop a student's ability to recognize, understand and describe the basic
materials and processes of music that are heard or presented in a score. The student will develop aural,
sight- singing, written, compositional, and analytical skills. These will be developed through listening
exercises, performance, written exercises, creative exercises and analytical exercises. The course will
instill mastery of the rudiments and terminology of music.
SCIENCE
Course Name: Biology
Course Number: 26.0120000
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: None
Description: Relationships between structures and functions of living cells; role of DNA/RNA in biological
traits; increasing complexity in single-celled and multi-celled organisms; interdependence of organisms
and the flow of energy; natural selection and the theory of evolution. An end of course test in biology is
administered second semester to assess the progress of the students in the course. This test counts as
the final exam for second semester and is 15% of the final grade. Biology is required for graduation.
Course Name: Biology Honors
Course Number: 26.0120040
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: 85+ Advanced Science or 95+ in on-level Science and 85+ in Math 8A or 95+ in Math 8
or enrolled in higher level of math
Description: Relationships between structures and functions of living cells; role of DNA/RNA in biological
traits; increasing complexity in single-celled and multi-celled organisms; interdependence of organisms
and the flow of energy; natural selection and the history of evolution; science research project and in
depth study of selected biology topics and skills preparing students for AP Biology and AP Environmental
Science study. An end of course test in biology is administered second semester to assess the progress
of the students in the course. This test counts as the final exam for second semester and is 15% of the
final grade. Biology is required for graduation.
Course Name: Gifted Biology Honors
Course Number: 26.2120040
Term: Y
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: Biology Honors prerequisites and enrolled in TAG Program; application/selection as
content area for gifted participation
Description: Relationships between structures and functions of living cells; role of DNA/RNA in
biological traits; increasing complexity in single-celled and multi-celled organisms; interdependence of
organisms and the flow of energy; natural selection and the history of evolution; science research project
and in depth study of selected biology topics and skills preparing students for AP Biology and AP
Environmental Science study. An end of course test in biology is administered second semester to
assess the progress of the students in the course. This test counts as the final exam for second semester
and is 15% of the final grade. Biology is required for graduation.
Course Name: Physical Science
Course Number: 40.0110000
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: Completed Biology and < 80 Integrated Advanced Algebra
Description: Current understanding of the atom; nature, classification, and naming of matter;
characteristics and components of radioactivity; arrangement of the Periodic Table; phases of matter and
molecular motion; properties of solutions; transformations and flow of energy; force, mass, and motion;
properties of waves; properties of electricity and magnetism.
Course Name: Physical Science Honors
Course Number: 40.0110040
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: Completed Biology and > 80 or < 85 Integrated Advanced Algebra
Description: Current understanding of the atom; nature, classification, and naming of matter;
characteristics and components of radioactivity; arrangement of Periodic Table; phases of matter and
molecular motion; gas laws, properties of solutions; transformations and flow of energy; force, mass, and
motion; properties of waves; properties of electricity and magnetism, science research project.
Course Name: Chemistry
Course Number: 40.0510000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ Biology or <80 Biology Honor or 85+ Physical Science and 85+ Integrated Advanced
Algebra (or enrolled in higher level of math)
Description: Topics covered will include the nature of matter and its classifications; atomic theory and
the characteristics of atoms; the effects the motion of atoms and molecules have in chemical and physical
processes; the organization of the periodic table and how to use it to predict properties of elements; how
atoms combine to make chemicals and then recombine in chemical reactions; factors that can affect
chemical reactions; characteristics of acids, bases, and solutions; other topics as time allows. Chemistry
students should have strong algebra and problem solving skills and a firm grasp of the scientific method
and its application.
Course Name: Chemistry Honors
Course Number: 40.0510040
Term: Y
Grade: 10 - 12
Prerequisites: 80+ Biology H or 95+ Biology and 90+ Integrated Advanced Algebra (IAA) or enrolled in
higher level of math
Description: Skills needed for this course are the ability to apply past learning to new concepts; the
demonstration of abstract and higher level thinking; the ability to perform algebraic manipulations easily;
the ability to read critically; self-motivation; and experience in writing formal lab reports. Topics covered in
this year long course are characteristics of science, the nature and classification of matter, stoichiometry,
conservation of matter, the atom, the atomic theory, the periodic table, and reaction rates. Honors
Chemistry students are required to complete an in-depth, individual literature review during the first
semester. Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.
Course Name: Physics
Course Number: 40.0810000
Term: Y
Grade: 11-12
Prerequisites: 80+ Chemistry, completed Chemistry H; concurrent enrollment with Integrated Algebra II
or higher
Description: Physics extends the physical sciences to more abstract concepts including interactions of
matter and energy, velocity, acceleration, forces, energy, momentum, thermodynamics, charge,
electricity, magnetism, waves, light, optics, and subatomic physics. The subject is treated both
conceptually and mathematically. Concepts are investigated through laboratory experiences and
fieldwork designed for students to develop appropriate knowledge and skills in science as inquiry.
Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation.
Course Name: Environmental Science
Course Number: 26.0611000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Completed Biology & Physical Science or Biology & Physics or < 80 chemistry
Description: Integrates the study of many components of our environment including: human population
growth and cultural revolutions, advent of environmental concerns, fossil fuels, nuclear and alternative
energies, air pollution and conservation, soil erosion and conservation, waste disposal and management,
cycling of Earth’s resources, interactions in biosystems. Instruction focuses on student data collection and
analysis and interpretation of data gathered on global concepts.
Course Name: Human Anatomy and Physiology
Course Number: 26.0730000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 80+ in Biology and Chemistry; Completed Physical Science or Enrolled in/Completed
Physics
Description: This year-long course is an in-depth study of the human body. Students investigate the
systems of the body in detail and the class is valuable for students interested in allied health careers,
psychology, and physical education. Students are expected to dissect animals. Prerequisite: 80+ in
Biology and Chemistry
Course Name: Human Anatomy and Physiology Honors
Course Number: 26.0730040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 80+ in Biology and Chemistry; Completed Physical Science or Enrolled in/Completed
Physics
Description: This year-long course explores the systems comprising the human body by emphasizing
physiological mechanisms and a thorough understanding of human anatomy. An emphasis is placed on
the interrelatedness of such systems as the skeletal, muscular, nervous, and circulatory. This course is
intended for the student who is interested in advanced competency in medical science. Students are
expected to dissect animals.
Course Name: Astronomy
Course Number: 40.0210000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Completed Bio and Physical Science or Chemistry & Physics; completed Integrated
Geometry
Description: This course will provide the student with an introduction to the phenomenon (energy and
materials) outside of the earth’s atmosphere, including the earth/moon system, the solar system and star
systems, the Milky Way and galactic systems, and the universe as a whole. Concepts of modern
astronomy, the origin and history of the Universe and the formation of the Earth and the solar system will
also be studied. Students will compare the Earth’s properties with those of the other plants and explore
how the heavens have influenced human thought and action. Although largely descriptive, the course will
occasionally require the use of sophomore-high level mathematics.
Course Name: Organic Chemistry Honors
Course Number: 40.0520041
Term: S
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Completed Chemistry H or 80+ Chemistry; enrolled in/completed Physics
Description: Organic Chemistry is a one semester honors course designed to provide a hands-on, laboriented approach to the following topics: Review of Chemical Reactions, Introduction to Carbon
Chemistry, Aliphatic and Aromatic Hydrocarbons, Halocarbons, Alcohols, Ethers, Esters, Aldehydes,
Ketones and Carboxylic Acids. A research paper is a required component of the course.
Course Name: Biochemistry Honors
Course Number: 40.0520042
Term: S
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Completed Chemistry H or 80+ Chemistry and Organic Chemistry; enrolled in/completed
Physics
Description: Biochemistry is a one semester course which follows Organic Chemistry. This course is
also a hands-on lab- oriented approach to the following topics: Review of Organic Nitrogen Compounds,
Amines and Amides, Carbohydrates, Lipids, Amino Acids and Proteins, Enzymes, Nucleic Acids,
Hormones, Vitamins and Minerals, Homeostasis and Metabolism. A research paper is required of this
honors course.
Course Name: Earth Systems
Course Number: 40.0640000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Completed Biology & Physical Science or Biology & Physics or < 80 chemistry
Description: Earth Systems Science is designed to investigate the connections among Earth’s systems
through Earth history. These systems—the atmosphere, hydrosphere, geosphere, and biosphere—
interact through time to produce the Earth’s landscapes, ecology, and resources. This course develops
the explanations of phenomena fundamental to the sciences of geology and physical geography,
including the early history of the Earth, plate tectonics, landform evolution, the Earth’s geologic record,
weather and climate, and the history of life on Earth.
Course Name: AP Biology
Course Number: 26.0140010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ Biology H/Chemistry H or 95+ Biology/Chemistry; Enrolled in/Completed Physics;
Complete AP Commitment Contract
Description: This course is designed to be the equivalent of a college introductory biology course
usually taken by biology majors. The goal of this course is to provide students with the conceptual
framework, factual knowledge, and analytical skills necessary to deal critically with the rapidly changing
science of biology. Topics include molecules and cells, heredity and evolution, and organisms and
populations. In addition, extensive laboratory work is required that demonstrates a student's mastery of
laboratory science skills and knowledge. The AP examination devotes 90 minutes to multiple-choice
questions and 90 minutes to four essays.
Course Name: AP Environmental Science
Course Number: 26.0620010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ in Biology & Chemistry; Completed Physical Science or Enrolled in/Completed
Physics; AP Commitment Contract
Description: This course provides students with an overview of ecosystems and how they work, the
human population, major global problems, energy resources and pollution, sustaining biodiversity and
ecological integrity. In addition, extensive laboratory work is required that demonstrates a student's
mastery of laboratory science skills and knowledge.
Course Name: AP Chemistry
Course Number: 40.01100004
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ Chemistry H or 95+ Chemistry and 90+ Integrated Geometry; Enrolled in/Completed
Physics; AP Commitment Contract
Description: This course provides students the opportunity to attain a depth of understanding of
fundamentals and a reasonable competence to deal with chemical problems. The course also develops
the students' abilities to think clearly and to express their ideas, orally and in writing, with clarity and logic.
An extensive laboratory experience, equivalent to that of a college course, is provided for all Advanced
Placement Chemistry students. The AP Chemistry Exam consists of two main parts. The first part of the
exam constitutes 50% of the final grade and covers broad factual knowledge. The second part constitutes
50% of the final grade and requires the student to demonstrate reasoning abilities by the application of
chemical principles to problem solving learned in the laboratory and in the classroom. The AP
examination devotes 90 minutes to multiple-choice questions and 95 minutes to free response problems,
short essays, and chemical reactions.
Course Name: AP Physics B
Course Number: 40.0830010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: 85+ in Chemistry H or 95+ Chemistry; 90+ Integrated Algebra II; 85+ Physics; AP
Commitment Contract
Description: This course provides a systematic introduction to the main principles of physics and
emphasizes the development of problem solving ability. In most colleges, this is a one-year terminal
course including a laboratory component and is not the usual preparation for more advanced physics and
engineering courses. However, the B course provides a foundation in physics for students in the life
sciences, pre-medicine, and some applied sciences, as well as other fields not directly related to science.
The Physics B exam covers topics in mechanics, electricity and magnetism, fluid mechanics and thermal
physics, waves and optics, and atomic and nuclear physics.
Course Name: AP Physics C - Mechanics
Course Number:
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: 85+ AP Physics B or 95+ Physics, enrolled in AP Calculus; AP Commitment Form
Description: This course is the first of two parts of the college sequence that serves as the foundation in
physics for students majoring in the physical sciences or engineering. Methods of calculus are used
wherever appropriate in formulating physical principles and in applying them to physical problems. The
sequence is more intensive and analytic than that in the B course. Strong emphasis is placed on solving a
variety of challenging problems. The Physics C exams correspond to the Physics C course sequence.
Course Name: AP Physics C - Electricity & Magnetism
Course Number:
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Completion of Physics C; AP Commitment Contract
Description: Electromagnetism, oscillations, gravitation, electrostatics and magnetostatics, electric
current and circuits, capacitance and capacitors, sound, light, modern physics. Methods of calculus are
used wherever appropriate in formulating physical principles and in applying them to physical problems.
The sequence is more intensive and analytic than that in the B course. Strong emphasis is placed on
solving a variety of challenging problems. The Physics C exams correspond to the Physics C course
sequence.
SOCIAL STUDIES
Course Name: American Government/Civics
Course Number: 45.0570001
Term: Semester
Grade: 9
Prerequisites: None
Description: This course focuses on the political structure and decision-making process in the United
States at the national level. It will also address citizenship and help develop the students’ problemsolving skills. The course will include specific facts, basic concepts, analytical questions and
generalizations associated with the U.S. Constitution, federal government, democracy, politics, laws, two
party system, international affairs, and rights and responsibilities of citizens. Students will be required to
gain a working knowledge of the political system of the United States and to understand their role as
active participants in the formation of public policy.
Course Name: World History
Course Number: 45.0830000
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: None
Description: World History, a year long course, traces the development of civilization from the earliest
mankind to present day. Students will identify the basic elements of all civilizations and follow the
transition from ancient to the advanced. Important geography skills, recognition of patterns and
connections, and critical thinking skills will be addressed in this curriculum. A strong emphasis is placed
on relating historical events to current conditions of the world. Throughout the school year, students will
gain a global perspective of events that contributed to present day society.
Course Name: Advanced Placement World History
Course Number: 45.0811010
Term: Y
Grade: 10
Prerequisites: Sophomore, AP Commitment Contract required, 90+ in Honors Language Arts and 90+
in American Government/Civics
Description: While offered in the tenth grade, this is a college-level course and is taught with appropriate
expectations. Students should have higher-level analytical skills and a strong commitment to maintaining
the study time and self-discipline required of an AP course. This global approach to world history
compares numerous societies, their cultures, and the ways they impact major historical periods.
Extensive reading including a summer reading assignment prior to beginning the course, document
analysis, and essay writing are important components of this course. Students take the three-hour
College Board Exam in May. It consists of 70 multiple-choice questions, 2 free-response essays, and one
document-based essay.
Course Name: United States History
Course Number: 45.0810000
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisite: World History
Description: United States History is organized chronologically but also focuses on the themes of the
American democratic heritage, growth of the American nation, and global interdependence. In the first
semester, connections are made with enduring social, economic, and political issues in the context of the
exploration, settlement, emergence of the Constitutional freedoms. Second semester’s focus includes
the United States emergence as a world power and then a super power. The role of United States in the
modern world and the country’s global interdependence is covered in this course. A state mandated End
of Course Test (ECOT) is given at the end of the course.
Course Name: Advanced Placement U.S. History
Course Number: 45.0820010
Term: Y
Grade: 11
Prerequisites: Junior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in Honors Language Arts and World
History
Description: Using a college-level textbook, this course traces the history of the major issues involved in
the founding and development of the United States. Students will do extensive reading, including a
summer reading assignment prior to beginning the course. Analysis of documents, discussions, and
essay writing are major components of the course. Students take the three-hour College Board Exam in
May. It consists of multiple-choice questions and essays, one of which is a document-based essay.
Course Name: Economics
Course Number: 45.0610001
Term: Semester
Grade: 12
Prerequisite: World History, United States History
Description: Economics is a one semester, senior level course that is required for graduation. The
survey course of the U.S. economic system covers fundamentals of the market economy, microeconomics, macro-economics, and international and personal finance. Comparison of economic models
and graphic analysis are included. There is a state mandated End of Course Test (EOCT) at the end of
the semester.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Macroeconomics
Course Number: 45.0620011
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This college-level course fulfills core curriculum graduation requirements for 0.5 credits for
Economics. Students study the structure of the economy as a whole, with emphasis on topics such as:
national income accounting; economic performance measures; and international economics. Students will
take the EOCT End-of-Course Test during the final part of the semester if this is the only economics
course being taken. If the student takes the EOCT, a “graded experience project” will replace the final
exam. Students also take the College Board Exam in May. The exam consists of two sections: a 70minute multiple-choice section, and a 50-minute essay section. If this course is taken during the first
semester, students will meet with the teacher for review in April, prior to the May College Board Exam.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Microeconomics
Course Number: 45.0630011
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This college-level course fulfills core curriculum graduation requirements for 0.5 credits for
Economics. In contrast to AP Macroeconomics, which “studies the forest,” AP Microeconomics “studies
the trees.” Students study specific economic units such as an individual industry, a firm, or a household.
Topics include the functioning of individuals in the marketplace, including the function of product markets,
factor markets, and the role of the government in such processes. Students will take the EOCT End of
Course Test during the final part of the semester if this is the only economics course being taken. If the
student takes the EOCT, a “graded experience project” will replace the final exam. Students also take the
College Board Exam in May. The exam consists of two sections: a 70-minute multiple-choice section, and
a 50-minute essay section. If this course is taken during the first semester, students will meet with the
teacher for review in April, prior to the May College Board Exam.
Course Name: College Economics - Fall only (provided on the Northview campus by Georgia
Perimeter College)
Course Number: 45.0610409
Term: S
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Seniors; acceptance to GPC
Description: This is an introductory course in macroeconomics (ECON 2105/Principles of
Macroeconomics). It introduces students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze
economic aggregate and evaluate economic policies. The areas of fiscal policy, monetary policy, social
goals, monetary systems, national income, employment, inflation, and economic growth are included.
Prerequisite: Seniors; acceptance to GPC
Course Name: Sociology
Course Number: 45.0310003
Term: Semester
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Sociology is the scientific study of human social interaction. Students will use current
readings and class discussions to explore such topics as social groups; social institutions-family,
education, religion, economy and government; social stratification and inequality; deviance; collective
behavior and social change.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Government/Politics Comparative
Course Number: 45.0530011
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This one-semester, introductory college-level course compares world governments,
focusing on Great Britain, Russia/the former Soviet Union, China, Mexico, Nigeria, and Iran. Using
analytical methods, students develop an understanding of typical patterns of political processes and
behavior and their consequences; compare and contrast political institutions and processes across
countries and to derive generalizations; analyze and interpret basic data relevant to comparative
government and politics. Students will prepare for taking the College Board Exam given in May
consisting of multiple-choice and free-response essays.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Government/Politics U.S.
Course Number: 45.0520011
Term: Y
Grade: 11 - 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required
Description: This one-semester, introductory college-level course gives students an analytical
perspective on government and politics in the United Sates. It includes both the study of general
concepts used to interpret US government and politics and the analysis of specific examples. It requires
familiarity with the various institutions, groups, beliefs, and ideas that constitute US government and
politics. Students will prepare for taking the College Board Exam given in May consisting of multiplechoice and free-response essays. May be substituted for American Government/Civics credit
Course Name: Advanced Placement European History
Course Number: 45.0840010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in Honors Language Arts and World
History
Description: This in-depth, college-level course covers European history from the 14th century to the
present. Extensive reading including a summer reading assignment prior to beginning the course,
document analysis, and essay writing are important components of this course. Students take the threehour College Board Exam in May. It focuses on three themes: political-diplomatic issues, social-economic
issues, and intellectual-cultural issues; and it consists of 70 multiple-choice questions, 2 free-response
essays, and one document-based essay
Course Name: Advanced Placement Human Geography
Course Number: 45.0770010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85 minimum average
Description: This in-depth course focuses on the cultures, practices, and contributions of various
countries and their cultures. As they learn about humankind’s relationship with its environment, students
study about such topics as: population patterns; cultural similarities and differences; political boundaries;
urban growth; and the modern agricultural revolution. If this course is taken during the first semester,
students will meet with the teacher for review in April, prior to the May College Board Exam.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Psychology
Course Number: 45.0160010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Junior/Senior, AP Commitment Contract required, 85+ in previous Social Studies course
Description: This course introduces students to the systematic and scientific study of behavior and
mental processes of human beings and other animals. Students learn about the major subfields of
psychology including research methodology; the biological basis of behavior; sensation and perception;
learning; cognition; motivation and emotion; developmental psychology; personality; intelligence; and
abnormal psychology. Psychology is a multi-disciplinarian subject. It is both a science and a social
science. The various units of study require that students be able to understand concepts from both a
science and social science perspective. Students are required to complete a research project.
STUDY SKILLS
Course Name: Academic and Life Skills
Course Number: 35.0510001
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors and seniors; Offered first semester
Description: This class is open to all sophomores and juniors, but is required if the student has failed
two or more classes in the previous semester. The course will focus on implementing some of the same
strategies, but will be geared more to preparing our students for post-secondary options.
Course Name: Freshman Focus
Course Number: 35.0610001
Term: S
Grade: 9 – 10
Prerequisites: Freshmen and sophomores; Offered second semester
Description: This class is open to all freshmen, but is required if the student has failed two or more
classes in the previous semester. The course will focus on increasing student’s study skills through
improving their organizational, note-taking, communication, comprehension, time management, and test
taking strategies.
TALENTED AND GIFTED (TAG)
Course Name/Course Number:
Gifted Participation - 9 70.2330008
Gifted Participation - 10 70.2330009
Gifted Participation - 11 70.2340008
Gifted Participation - 12 70.2340009
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: TAG Eligibility
Description: The TAG Program has numerous participation options for gifted students including
seminars, individual projects, TAG Directed Studies, TAG Career Internships, and Advanced Placement
courses. Seminar participants’ schedules will have "TAG Participation" listed merely as an indication that
they are registered for the program; there is not an actual daily seminar class. Students will receive
seminar schedules from their TAG advisors.
Course Name/Course Number:
TAG Directed Study I-A 70.2320001
TAG Directed Study I-B 70.2320002
TAG Directed Study II-A 70.2330001
TAG Directed Study II-B 70.2330002
TAG Directed Study III-A 70.2340001
TAG Directed Study III-B 70.2340002
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Students must complete an application and have it approved by the department prior to
the semester in which the Directed Study is being requested.
Description: The Directed Study option allows TAG students to develop their own course of study.
Students plan the content of the course, projects to be produced, and the methods of evaluation to be
used. Each course of study must include a minimum of twelve gradable experiences. Students work with
a TAG teacher who directs their study.
Course Name/Course Number:
TAG Internship I-A 70.2210001
TAG Internship I-B 70.2210002
TAG Internship II-A 70.2220001
TAG Internship II-B 70.2220002
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: POD, TAG Seminar: "Inside Link to the Outside World." Students must be able to
provide their own transportation to the internship site.
Description: This course provides an on-site, mentor study opportunity for TAG students with a postcollege career interest in fields such as accounting, advertising, architecture, banking, engineering,
journalism, law, medicine, veterinary medicine, etc. Students are placed with a professional in their field
of choice to earn course credit.
WORLD LANGUAGES
Two years of language study is required for the College Prep High School Diploma for the Class of 2011.
For the Class of 2012 and beyond, students planning to enter or transfer into a University System of
Georgia institution or other post-secondary institution must take two units of the same world language.
Many universities now require more than the two basic years as evidence of academic achievement.
Course Name: Chinese I
Course Number: 62.0110000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Beginning level Chinese is designed to introduce students to the Chinese language and the
culture of Chinese-speaking peoples. Students will use the four language skills listening, speaking,
reading and writing to attain proficiency and the ability to communicate in Chinese. Major topics include:
Introduction to Chinese characters and pronunciation; greetings, family & friends; numbers/telling time &
calendar dates; school information, daily routines; foods & clothing; holidays & festivals; Chinese culture.
Major Materials: Ni Hao China Soft, 2003.
Course Name: Chinese II
Course Number: 62.0120000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Chinese I or Placement Test
Description: Chinese 2 emphasizes oral fluency and expects distinct growth in vocabulary and sentence
patterns for functional use. Major topics include: Chinese pronunciation and introduction to Chinese
characters; family & friends, city / transportation; school information, daily routines; Invitation and visiting,
weather / seasons, making purchases; eating at restaurant and home, ordering a meal; holidays &
festivals and Chinese culture. Major Materials: Ni Hao China Soft, 2003.
Course Name: Chinese II Honors
Course Number: 62.0120040
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: 90 in Chinese I
Description: Chinese 2 Honors emphasizes oral fluency and expects distinct growth in vocabulary and
sentence patterns for functional use, at an accelerated pace. Major topics include: Chinese pronunciation
and introduction to Chinese characters; family & friends, city / transportation; school information, daily
routines; health: check up and hospital; weather / seasons; post office; making purchases; ordering a
meal; holidays & festivals; Chinese culture. Major Materials: Ni Hao China Soft, 2003.
Course Name: Chinese III
Course Number: 62.0130000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Chinese II
Description: Chinese 3 emphasizes advanced structures of the language through a thorough practice in
reading, writing, speaking and listening. Major topics include: Chinese character, pronunciation; time &
weather; family & friends / relationships; food and restaurants; money & shopping; school & education;
daily and leisure-time activities; service & repairs; clothing & personal appearances; transportation;
vacation & travel and Chinese culture. Major Materials: Ni Hao China Soft, 2003.
Course Name: Chinese III Honors
Course Number: 62.0130040
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: 90 in Chinese II or 85 in Chinese II Honors
Description: Chinese 3 Honors emphasizes advanced structures of the language through a thorough
practice in reading, writing, speaking and listening, at an accelerated pace. Major topics include: Chinese
character & pronunciation; time & weather; family & friends / relationships; food and restaurants; money &
shopping; school & education; daily and leisure-time activities; service & repairs; clothing & personal
appearances; transportation; vacation & travel and Chinese culture. Major Materials: Ni Hao China Soft,
2003.
Course Name: Chinese IV
Course Number: 62.0140000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Chinese III
Description: Chinese 4 is conducted mainly in Chinese and emphasizes a high level of facility of
advanced structures of the language through intensive in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Skills
will be demonstrated and assessed via a variety of activities including, but not limited to, essays, skits,
projects, web activities and video/audio recordings. This course is geared to prepare students for the
higher level of a Chinese Language course. Major topics include: Chinese Culture and perspective; daily
life of Chinese teenagers; hobbies and personal events: sites of interests and entertainment; Chinese
society; geography and population; the generation gap; travel and transportation; climate and
transportation; holidays; current events; children’s literary themes; visual arts; current events. Major
Materials: Ni Hao China Soft, 2003.
Course Name: Chinese IV Honors
Course Number: 62.0140040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 90 in Chinese III, 85 in Chinese III Honors
Description: Chinese 4 Honors is conducted entirely in Chinese and emphasizes a high level of facility
of advanced structures of the language through intensive, fast-paced practice in reading, writing,
speaking and listening. Skills will be demonstrated and assessed via a variety of activities including, but
not limited to, essays, skits, projects, web activities and video/audio recordings. This course is geared to
prepare students for the rigors of the AP Chinese Language course. Major topics include: Chinese
culture and perspective; daily life of Chinese teenagers; hobbies and personal events: sites of interests
and entertainment; Chinese society; geography and population; the generation gap; travel and
transportation; climate and transportation; holidays; current events; children’s literary themes; visual arts;
literary selections; current events. Major Materials: Ni Hao China Soft, 2003.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Chinese Language and Culture
Course Number: 60.0196010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Placement Test and Completion of an AP Commitment Contract
Description: The class will prepare students for the College Board examination in the Chinese
Language. It is based on Mandarin Chinese. Major Topics include: awareness & appreciation of the
elements of the Chinese culture; various aspects of contemporary Chinese society, including geography
& population, ethnic & regional diversity, travel & transportation, climate & weather, holidays & food,
sports & games, and current affairs. Major Materials: Integrated Chinese Level 2.
Course Name: French 1
Course Number: 60.0110000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Beginning level French is designed to introduce students to the French language and the
culture of French-speaking peoples. Students will use the four language skills listening, speaking, reading
and writing to attain proficiency and the ability to communicate in French. Major topics include:
Introduction to the French alphabet and French pronunciation; familiar words and phrases; greetings;
family & friends; numbers &time; days of the week & dates; weather/seasons; food/meals; city life;
shopping; leisure time activities; French culture. Major Materials: Discovering French Bleu, McDougall
Littell, 2004.
Course Name: French 2
Course Number: 60.0120000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: French 1
Description: French 2 emphasizes oral fluency and expects distinct growth in vocabulary and sentence
patterns for functional use. Major topics include: French pronunciation; money & shopping; school &
education; daily activities & house duties; jobs & professions; nature & environment; leisure activities;
health; sports & transportation; French culture. Major Materials: Discovering French Blanc, McDougall
Littell, 2004.
Course Name: French 2 Honors
Course Number: 60.0120040
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: 92 in French 1
Description: This course continues emphasis on oral proficiency and fluency, increases emphasis on
reading comprehension in the language and on controlled composition, and expects distinct growth in
vocabulary and sentence patterns for functional use. Major topics include: money & shopping; school &
education; daily activities, house duties; jobs & professions; leisure activities; nature & environment;
medical/dental care; sports & transportation; clothing & personal appearance; French culture. Major
Materials: Discovering French Blanc, McDougall Littell, 2004 Images deux, McDougall Littell, 1996.
Course Name: French 3
Course Number: 60.0130000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of French 2
Description: French 3 emphasizes advanced structures of the language through a thorough practice in
reading, writing, speaking and listening. Major topics include: time & weather; family & friends /
relationships; food and restaurants; money & shopping; school & education; daily and leisure-time
activities; service & repairs; clothing & personal appearances; transportation; vacation & travel; art and
music; Francophone culture. Major Materials: Discovering French Rouge, McDougall Littell, 2004.
Course Name: French 3 Honors
Course Number: 60.0130040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Grade of 88+ in Level 2 Honors, or 95+ in French 2 On-Level.
Description: French 3 Honors emphasizes advanced structures of the language through intensive, fastpaced practice in reading, writing, speaking and listening. Major topics include: time & weather; family &
friends / relationships; food and restaurants, money & shopping; school & education; daily & leisure time
activities; describing oneself, service & repairs, clothing & personal appearances, transportation; vacation
& travel, creation of a class newspaper or magazine utilizing the topics listed above; French culture.
Major Materials: Discovering French Rouge, McDougall Littell, 2004; Cyrano De Bergerac Film Arobic,
Inc., 1990; Selected Novels.
Course Name: French 4
Course Number: 60.0140000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of French 3
Description: French 4 is an advanced course designed for students continuing from French 3. Student
skills will be demonstrated and assessed via a variety of activities including, but not limited to, essays,
skits, projects, web activities and video/audio recordings. Major topics include: Travel; current affairs;
music; culture segments; careers; writing enhancement; relationships; French culture; francophone world.
Major Materials: Quant a moi Thompson Learning, 2000; Selected French Literature.
Course Name: French 4 Honors
Course Number: 60.0140040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Grade of 88+ in Level 3 Honors, or 95+ in French 3 On-Level.
Description: French 4 Honors is conducted entirely in French and emphasizes a high level of facility of
advanced structures of the language through intensive, fast-paced practice in reading, writing, speaking
and listening. Skills will be demonstrated and assessed via a variety of activities including, but not limited
to, essays, skits, projects, web activities and video/audio recordings. This course is geared to prepare
students for the rigors of the AP French Language course. Major topics include: Children’s literary
themes; visual arts; literary selections; current events; daily life; writing enhancement; French culture.
Major Materials: Literature Moderne Du Monde Francophone McGraw Hill, 1998 Premiers Poemes
McGraw Hill, 1998 Bravo – Thompson Learning, 2002 Selected Novels
Course Name: French 5 Honors
Course Number: 60.0160040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Successful Completion of French 4
Description: This course integrates a systematic review of concepts learned in the first four years of
French. Continued emphasis is placed upon communicative skills and cultural information. Major topics
include: Careers; music; film and theater; art; various kinds of media; French culture. Major Materials:
Sur le vif Thompson Learning, 2001 Selected French Skills for Literature Reprise McGraw Hill, 1997.
Course Name: Advanced Placement French Language
Course Number: 60.0170010
Term: Y
Grade: 12
Prerequisites: 88+ in French IV Honors and Completion of an AP Commitment Contract
Description: The AP French Language Course is a grammar-intensive course which prepares students
for the Advanced Placement exam offered by the College Board. Students work to improve both oral and
written language production through continuous speaking, composition, listening and reading practice.
Major topics include: Formal and informal spoken French; various forms of printed texts; written
communication; audio response; cultural and current themes. Major Materials: A.P. French: A Guide for
the Language Course, Addison/Wesley - Scott, Foresman, 1998 Une Fois Pour Toutes, Addison/WesleyScott, Foresman, 1993
Course Name: German I
Course Number: 61.0110000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Beginning level German is designed to introduce students to the German language and the
culture of German-speaking peoples. Students will use the four language skills listening, speaking,
reading and writing to attain proficiency and the ability to communicate in German. Major topics include:
German pronunciation; greetings, alphabet & numbers; family & house; days of the week & time; youth
activities & school life; weather & shopping; ordering food; special occasions; hobbies & sports; German
culture. Major Materials: Komm mit! 1 HRW, 2003.
Course Name: German II
Course Number: 61.0120000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: German I or Placement Test
Description: German 2 emphasizes oral fluency and expects distinct growth in vocabulary and sentence
patterns for functional use. Major topics include: Greetings & festivals; transportation & driving; vacations
& restaurant, living; accommodations, metric system; postal services & telecommunications; German
culture. Major Materials: Komm mit! 2 HRW, 2003.
Course Name: German II Honors
Course Number: 61.0120040
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: 92 in German I
Description: German 2 Honors emphasizes oral fluency and expects distinct growth in vocabulary and
sentence patterns for functional use, at an accelerated pace. Major topics include: Greetings & festivals;
transportation & driving; vacations & restaurant, living; accommodations, metric system; postal services &
telecommunications; German culture. Major Materials: Komm mit! 2 HRW, 2003.
Course Name: German III
Course Number: 61.0130000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: German II
Description: German 3 emphasizes advanced structures of the language through a thorough practice in
reading, writing, speaking and listening. Major topics include: Offer & accept gifts, inquire about prices &
travel arrangements; obtain information, identify people; sequence events & express wishes; describe
daily routines; inquire about details, ask & give directions, express preferences /politeness, describe
talents & abilities and current situations German Culture. Major Materials: Komm mit! 3 HRW, 2003.
Course Name: German III Honors
Course Number: 61.0130040
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: 92 in German II, 85 in German II Honors
Description: German 3 Honors emphasizes advanced structures of the language through a thorough
practice in reading, writing, speaking and listening, at an accelerated pace. Major topics include: Offer &
accept gifts, inquire about prices & travel arrangements; obtain information, identify people; sequence
events & express wishes; describe daily routines; inquire about details, ask & give directions, express
preferences /politeness, describe talents & abilities and current situations; project & process, landscapes;
develop & support an argument; propose solutions to problems; compare cultural trends over time;
creation of a class newspaper or magazine; German culture. Major Materials: Komm mit! 3 HRW, 2003.
Course Name: German IV
Course Number: 61.0150000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: German III
Description: German 4 emphasizes a strong level of facility of some advanced structures of the
language through reading, writing, speaking and listening. Skills will be demonstrated and assessed via a
variety of activities including, but not limited to, essays, skits, projects, web activities and video/audio
recordings. Major topics include: Germany & the EU market family, life & celebrations. Major Materials:
Dreimal Deutsch EMC, 2000.
Course Name: German IV Honors
Course Number: 61.0150040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 92 in German III; 85 In German III Honors
Description: German 4 Honors is conducted entirely in German and emphasizes a high level of
facility of advanced structures of the language through intensive, fast-paced practice in reading, writing,
speaking and listening. Skills will be demonstrated and assessed via a variety of activities including, but
not limited to, essays, skits, projects, web activities and video/audio recordings. This course is geared to
prepare students for the rigors of the AP German Language course. Major topics include: Children’s
literary themes, visual arts, literary selections current events, daily life, writing enhancement German
culture. Major Materials: Deutsche Sagen Und Legenden McGraw-Hill, 1998.
Course Name: Latin I
Course Number: 61.0410000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: Latin I focuses on reading comprehension through written and oral exercises. Students
memorize and read simplified Latin. The course sharpens the understanding of English vocabulary by the
study of Latin world elements. Students begin the study of culture, mythology and Roman history. Major
topics: Latin pronunciation, geography of the ancient world; Latin stories: episodes of a Roman family;
Roman culture & history, derivatives. Major Materials: Cambridge Latin 1 Cambridge University Press,
2001 Cambridge Latin 2 Cambridge University Press, 2002.
Course Name: Latin II
Course Number: 61.0420000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Latin I
Description: This course continues the study of history, culture and mythology and vocabulary
development. It emphasizes how the ancient Roman language and civilization have influenced Western
Language and civilization. Students continue the ability to read and comprehend more complex structure
and sentences. Translation and reading skills are stressed. Major Topics: Latin pronunciation, geography
of the ancient world; Latin stories: continuing episodes of a Roman Family, Roman culture & history,
derivatives. Major Materials: Cambridge Latin 3 Cambridge University Press, 2003.
Course Name: Latin II Honors
Course Number: 61.0420040
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: 90+ in Latin I
Description: This accelerated course continues the study of history, culture and mythology and
vocabulary development. It emphasizes how the ancient Roman language and civilization has influenced
Western Language and civilization. Students continue the ability to read and comprehend more complex
structure and sentences. Translation and reading skills are stressed. Major Topics: Latin pronunciation,
derivatives, geography of the ancient world Latin stories: Roman culture & history; *Honor students are
expected to translate additional original Latin works and recite selected notable Latin sayings. Cambridge
Latin 3 Cambridge University Press, 2003.
Course Name: Latin III Roman History Honors
Course Number: 61.0430040
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Latin II
Description: In this course students read real, unedited passages by Roman authors; identify major
historical events, personalities, and social conventions of the late republic and early empire, Cicero and
his life, Caesar and the Roman army Augustus Caesar. Major topics: The Kings of Rome, the Early
Republic and the establishment of the principate; Rome as a world power, the last years and fall of the
Republic; principate of Augustus, emperors and empire. Major Materials: Fabulae Romanae/
Intermediate Prentice Hall, 1993 Cicero & Sallust Longman Inc., 1990.
Course Name: Latin III Roman Myths Honors
Course Number: 61.0430040
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Latin II
Description: In this course the major topics are: Selected mini-myths from the AENEID; myths from
Ovid: Baucis & Philemon, Acis, Galatea & Polyphemus; Narcissus and Echo; Deucalion & Pyrrha,
Daedalus and Icarus Atalanta, Niobe, etc. Major Materials: Love and Transformation- An Ovid Reader
Addison Wesley, 1995 Selections from Latin Poetry by Carr & Wedeck
Course Name: Advanced Placement Latin Vergil
Course Number: 61.0470010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 85 or above Roman History or Roman Myths and Completion of an AP Commitment
Contract
Description: The basic objective of this course is progress in reading, understanding, and interpreting
original Latin works. Students are expected to translate accurately the literature they are reading from
Latin into English and to demonstrate a grasp of the grammatical structure and vocabulary used by the
author. Also included in the course work is a study of the political, social and cultural background of the
work being read. The examination devotes 40-55 minutes to multiple-choice questions on Latin sightreading and 65- 80 minutes to brief essays on required reading per course.
Course Name: Spanish I
Course Number: 60.0710000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: None
Description: This beginning level Spanish course is designed to introduce students to the Spanish
language and culture of Spanish-speaking peoples. Students will use the four language skills listening,
speaking, reading and writing to attain proficiency and ability to communicate in Spanish. Major Topics:
Spanish pronunciation, greetings & common expressions, family & school, time, shopping/purchases,
food/meals & celebrations, house/locations, beach activities, leisure time activities, transportation,
Spanish culture. Major Materials: En español 1 McDougal Littell, 2004.
Course Name: Spanish II
Course Number: 60.0720000
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: Spanish I
Description: The objective of this course is to continue development in the five basic skills of
communication in Spanish: listening, comprehension, reading, speaking, and writing in order to promote
an appreciation and understanding of the Spanish-speaking people, their culture and civilization. Major
Topics include: Spanish pronunciation, greetings & introductions, conversational starters, shopping,
food/meals, celebrations, house/neighborhood, beach activities, weather; school, leisure time activities,
travel, Spanish culture. Major Materials: En español 2 McDougal Littell, 2004.
Course Name: Spanish II Honors
Course Number: 60.0720040
Term: Y
Grade: 9 – 12
Prerequisites: 92 in Spanish I
Description: This course continues development in the five basic skills of communication in Spanish at
an accelerated pace; listening, understanding, ready, speaking and writing in order to promote an
appreciation and understanding of the Spanish-speaking people, their culture and civilization. Major
Topics: Spanish pronunciation, greetings & introductions, conversational starters, shopping & food/meals,
celebrations & travel, house/neighborhood, leisure time & beach activities, weather & school, creating a
video program utilizing the topics listed above; Spanish culture. Major Materials: En español 2 McDougal
Littell, 2004 La Catrina La Novela, Addison Wesley, 1998.
Course Name: Spanish III
Course Number: 60.0730000
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: Spanish II
Description: This course integrates a systematic review of first and second year concepts with third year
materials. Continued emphasis on communicative skills is stressed. Integration of cultural information
pertaining to the designated topics of this course occurs in skill areas where appropriate. Major topics:
Spanish pronunciation, vacations & hobbies, health & diet, urban life & culture/music, geography &
politics/citizenship, clothing & celebrations, occupations, job search/interviews, trade & industry of Latin
America, Spanish culture. Major Materials: En español 3 McDougal Littell, 2004.
Course Name: Spanish III Honors
Course Number: 60.0730040
Term: Y
Grade: 10 – 12
Prerequisites: 95 in Spanish II or 88 in Spanish II Honors
Description: This course integrates material and skills from Spanish 1 and 2 with the new third year
concepts and vocabulary, at an accelerated pace. Integration of cultural information pertaining to the
designated topics occurs where appropriate. Major topics: Weekend activities & vacations, healthful
eating & applying for a job, personal interests and hobbies; geography & culture; clothing & celebrations;
music of the youth; Spanish influence in North America; Spanish art and handcrafts; trade and industry of
Latin America; students participate in and create additional communicative activities based on the unit
topics which require additional target language research; creation of a class newspaper utilizing the topics
listed above; Spanish culture. Major Materials: En español 3 McDougal Littell, 2004, La Catrina El Ultimo
Secreto, Addison Wesley, 1998.
Course Name: Spanish IV
Course Number: 60.0740000
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Spanish III
Description: This course integrates a systematic review of first year concepts with the new second year
material. Continued emphasis on communicative skills is stressed, integration of cultural information
pertaining to the designated topics of this course occurs in skill areas where appropriate. Major topics:
Current affairs, pop music, culture segments, careers, writing enhancement. Major Materials: Destinos,
McDougal Littell, 1991 Interacciones, Thompson Learning, 2002 Infórmate con CNN, Thompson
Learning, 2003 Leyendas Mexicanas, McGraw-Hill, 1996.
Course Name: Spanish IV Honors
Course Number: 60.0740040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 88 in Spanish III Honors
Description: This advanced level Spanish course is designed to help students master the four language
skills listening, speaking, reading and writing while learning about the culture of the Spanish speaking
world. Cultural information pertaining to the topics of this course is included where appropriate. Music and
art from Spanish speaking countries are included and some literature will be introduced. The topical
content provides a springboard for communication practice and the incorporation of supplemental
materials. Major topics: Children’s literary themes, visual arts, literary selections, current events, daily life,
writing enhancement. Major Materials: Abriendo Paso Grammatica, McGraw Hill, 2002 SAT Spanish 9th
Edition, Barrons, 1977 Pasajes Literatura, McGraw Hill, 2002 Leyendas Mexicanas McGraw Hill, 1996.
Course Name: Spanish V Honors
Course Number: 60.0750040
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Spanish IV
Description: This course integrates a systematic review of first through fourth year concepts. Continued
emphasis on communication skills is stressed, and integration of cultural information pertaining to the
designated topics of this course occurs in skill areas where appropriate. Emphasis is placed on
sharpening speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in preparation for college placement.
Course Name: Advanced Placement Spanish Language
Course Number: 60.070010
Term: Y
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: 85 or above in Spanish IV H and Completion of an AP Commitment Contract
Description: The AP Spanish Language course covers the equivalent of a third-year college course in
advanced Spanish writing and conversation. It encompasses aural/ oral skills, reading comprehension,
grammar, and composition. Students taking such a course emphasize the use of Spanish for active
communication. The course content might best reflect intellectual interests shared by the student and
teacher the arts, history, current events, literature, culture, sports, etc. Materials might include recordings,
films, newspapers,- and magazines. The course seeks to develop language skills that are useful in
themselves and that can be applied to various activities and disciplines rather than to the mastery of any
specific subject matter. Extensive training in the organization and writing of compositions is an integral
part of the AP Spanish Language course. Major Materials: Abriendo Paso Lectura, McGraw Hill, 2001
A.P. Spanish: A Guide for the Language Course, Longman, Repaso, 1997 McGraw Hill Una Vez Mas,
Longman, 1993.
Zero Period Courses
Course Name: SAT Prep
Course Number: 35.0660002
Term: S
Grade: 11 – 12
Prerequisites: Juniors and Seniors, Completed or Enrolled in Integrated Algebra II or higher
Description: Students receive intense practice and instruction in the areas of problem solving and
advanced grammar. The course is team taught by a mathematics and a language arts teacher. In
addition to being taught during the school day, a section will be offered as a zero-period (before school)
during the fall semester. Highly recommended for seniors for fall semester and juniors for spring semester
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